Taylor Swift - Marjorie Chords

[Verse 1]
Dm            Bb                      F     C
  Never be so kind, you forget to be clever
Dm            Bb                        F    C
  Never be so clever, you forget to be kind
 
[Pre-Chorus]
F                      Bb
  And if I didn't know better
                 F                  C
  I'd think you were talking to me now
F                  Bb
  If I didn't know better
F                            C
  I'd think you were still around
 
[Chorus]
Dm                 Bb
  What died didn't stay dead
                    F
  What died didn't stay dead
                            C
  You're alive, you're alive in my head
Dm                 Bb
  What died didn't stay dead
                    F
  What died didn't stay dead
                      C
  You're alive, so alive
 
[Verse 2]
Gm              Bb                     F    C
  Never be so polite, you forget your power
Gm                 Bb                         F  C
  Never wield such power, you forget to be polite
 
[Pre-Chorus]
F                      Bb
  And if I didn't know better
                 F                    C
  I'd think you were listening to me now
F                  Bb
  If I didn't know better
F                            C
  I'd think you were still around
 
[Chorus]
Gm                 Bb
  What died didn't stay dead
                    F
  What died didn't stay dead
                            C
  You're alive, you're alive in my head
Gm                 Bb
  What died didn't stay dead
                    F
  What died didn't stay dead
                      C
  You're alive, so alive
 
[Bridge]
Dm
  The autumn chill that wakes me up
Bb
  You loved the amber skies so much
F
  Long limbs and frozen swims
        C
  You'd always go past where our feet could touch
Dm
  And I complained the whole way there
Bb
  The car ride back and up the stairs
F
  I should've asked you questions
C
  I should've asked you how to be
F                       Bb
  Asked you to write it down for me
                        F
  Should've kept every grocery store receipt
                C
  'Cause every scr*p of you would be taken from me
Gm                           Bb
  Watched as you signed your name Marjorie
                       F
  All your closets of backlogged dreams
               C
  And how you left them all to me
 
[Chorus]
Gm                 Bb
  What died didn't stay dead
                    F
  What died didn't stay dead
                            C
  You're alive, you're alive in my head
Gm                 Bb
  What died didn't stay dead
                    F
  What died didn't stay dead
                      C
  You're alive, so alive
 
[Post-chorus]
Gm                     Bb
  And if I didn't know better
                 F                  C
  I'd think you were singing to me now
F                  Bb
  If I didn't know better
F                            C
  I'd think you were still around
F        Bb
  I know better
               F             C
  But I still feel you all around
F        Bb
  I know better
F                        C
  But you're still around
 
[Outro]
F Bb F C



How to play "Marjorie" by Taylor Swift on guitar

Chords Used:
- Dm chord: Place your index finger on the 1st fret of the high E string, your
  middle finger on the 2nd fret of the G string, and your ring finger on the 3rd
  fret of the B string.
- Bb chord: Use a barre with your index finger across the 1st fret, your ring
  finger on the 3rd fret of the D string, your pinky on the 3rd fret of the G
  string, and your middle finger on the 2nd fret of the B string.
- F chord: Use a barre with your index finger across the 1st fret, placing your
  middle finger on the 2nd fret of the G string, your ring finger on the 3rd fret
  of the A string, and your pinky on the 3rd fret of the D string.
- C chord: Place your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the A string, your middle
  finger on the 2nd fret of the D string, and your index finger on the 1st fret
  of the B string.
- Gm chord: Use a barre across the 3rd fret, with your ring finger on the 5th fret
  of the A string and your pinky on the 5th fret of the D string.

Strumming Pattern:
The song has a delicate yet rhythmic strumming pattern that can be played as:
Down, Down-Up, Down-Up-Down-Up
This pattern emphasizes the reflective and emotional tone of the song.

Progressions:
- Verse 1:
  Dm, Bb, F, C

- Pre-Chorus:
  F, Bb, F, C

- Chorus:
  Dm, Bb, F, C

- Verse 2:
  Gm, Bb, F, C

- Bridge:
  Dm, Bb, F, C

- Outro:
  F, Bb, F, C

Playing Tips:
- For the Bb chord, ensure that your index finger barring is strong to avoid muted
  strings.
- Practice transitioning between Dm and Bb, as the change can be tricky.
- Keep your strumming consistent throughout to maintain the song's reflective
  and steady feel.

Common Mistakes:
- Not pressing firmly enough when barring the Bb and Gm chords, which causes
  muted notes.
- Switching from Gm to Bb too slowly, disrupting the flow of the verse.
- Inconsistent strumming can make the song feel offbeat.

Song Facts:
"Marjorie" is a heartfelt tribute by Taylor Swift to her grandmother, Marjorie
Finlay. The song honors her legacy and reflects on how her wisdom and influence
remain alive in Taylor's memories. The delicate melody and tender lyrics
capture the emotional depth of loss and remembrance.