WWW.AZCHORDS.COM | Taylor Swift - Made Up You Chords | Ver. 1
Capo on 6
D G Em A
Your feet under the table
D G Em A
I love it when they’re touching mine
D G Em A
Your hands make the best kind of cradle
D G Em A
To tell me everything is fine
G A Em A
All I see is you looking at me
D G A
Do you know when you go
D G A
You make the sweetest sight at the window
D G Em A
If you had never come out of the blue
G A D
I would have stayed up and made up you
D G Em A
You smile just like a picture
D G Em A
It doesn’t even need a frame
D G Em A
Sometimes I wait to answer
D G Em A
Just to hear you say my name
G A Em A
And all I want is just what I have got
D G A
Do you know when you go
D G A
You make the sweetest sight at the window
D G Em A
If you had never come out of the blue
G A D
I would have stayed up and made up you
Em G
I’d never let you go
Em A
Even If I could
Em G Em A
Cause I never could’ve dreamed you up this good
D G A
Do you know when you go
D G A
You make the sweetest sight at the window
D G Em A
If you had never come out of the blue
G A D
I would have stayed up and made up you
How to play "Made Up You" by Taylor Swift on guitar
Song Overview:
This song is played with a capo on the 6th fret, which raises the pitch of the
guitar to fit the vocal range of the song. The chords used are D, G, Em, and A.
These chords provide a mellow, romantic feel that suits the lyrical content of
the song well.
Chord Finger Positions (relative to capo):
- D chord: Place your index finger on the 2nd fret of the G string, your middle
finger on the 2nd fret of the E string, and your ring finger on the 3rd fret
of the B string.
- G chord: Place your index finger on the 2nd fret of the A string, your middle
finger on the 3rd fret of the E string, and your ring finger on the 3rd fret
of the E string (high).
- Em chord: Place your index finger on the 2nd fret of the A string and your
middle finger on the 2nd fret of the D string.
- A chord: Place your index finger on the 2nd fret of the D string, your middle
finger on the 2nd fret of the G string, and your ring finger on the 2nd fret
of the B string.
Strumming Pattern:
The strumming pattern for this song is fairly simple and can be played as:
Down, Down-Up, Up-Down-Up
This pattern provides a flowing rhythm that complements the softness of the song.
Playing Tips:
- Ensure that your fingers are curved enough to avoid muting adjacent strings,
especially when playing chords like D and A.
- Transition smoothly between chords, particularly between G and Em, and A and D,
where quick movement is essential.
- Practice the transitions slowly at first and then speed up as you become more
comfortable.
Common Mistakes:
- Not placing the capo correctly on the 6th fret can lead to the song sounding
out of tune.
- Rushing through the chord transitions without letting each chord resonate fully.
- Not maintaining a consistent strumming pattern, which can disrupt the rhythmic
flow of the song.
Song Facts and Meaning:
"Made Up You" by Taylor Swift paints a picture of idealized love and the beauty
of having someone special that perfectly fits into one's life. The lyrics suggest
a deep appreciation and almost disbelief at the wonderful reality of the partner's
presence. The gentle melody and soft chord progression enhance this dreamy,
romantic theme.
