Taylor Swift - This Is Why We Cant Have Nice Things Chords

[Verse 1]
N.C.
Whooooooo
F
It was so nice throwing big parties
F
Jump into the pool from the balcony
F                                  ( Bb )
Everyone swimming in a champagne sea  (whooooo)
F
And there are no rules when you show up here
F
Bass beat rattling the chandelier
F                                  ( Bb )
Feeling so Gatsby for that whole year


[Pre-Chorus]
   Gm                           C
So why'd you have to rain on my parade?
               Gm                    C
I'm shaking my head, I'm locking the gates


[Chorus]
                          F    Dm      Bb  C
This is why we can't have nice things, dar-ling
F
Because you break them
 Dm                Bb
I had to take them awaayayayay
C                         F    Dm      Bb C
This is why we can't have nice things, ho-ney
F                             Dm                            Bb
Did you think I wouldn't hear all the things you said about meeEeEeeEeEe?
C                         -stop
This is why we can't have nice things

[pitch bend]
whooooooo

[Verse 2]
F
It was so nice being friends again
F
There I was, giving you a second chance
F                                                   ( Bb )
But then you stabbed in the back while shaking my hand
F
And therein lies the issue
F
Friends don't try to trick you
F
Get you on the phone and mind-twist you
F
And so I took an axe to a mended fence


[Pre-Chorus]
        Gm                                 C
But I'm not the only friend you've lost lately
   Gm                  C
If only you weren't so shady


[Chorus]
                          F    Dm      Bb  C
This is why we can't have nice things, dar-ling
F
Because you break them
 Dm                Bb
I had to take them awaayayayay
C                         F    Dm      Bb C
This is why we can't have nice things, ho-ney
F                             Dm                            Bb
Did you think I wouldn't hear all the things you said about meeEeEeeEeEe?
C
This is why we can't have-


[Bridge]
F
Here's a toast to my real friends
Bb                         C
They don't care about that he-said-she-said
F
And here's to my baby
Bb                         C
He ain't reading what they call me lately
F
And here's to my momma
Bb               C
Had to listen to all this drama
    F         Dm
And here's to you
      Bb                             C
€˜Cause forgiveness is a nice thing to do
N.C.
"Haha, I can't even say it with a straight face"


[Chorus]
                          F    Dm      Bb  C
This is why we can't have nice things, dar-ling (darling)
F
Because you break them
 Dm                Bb
I had to take them away
C                         F            Dm             Bb        C
This is why we can't have nice (ah-ah) things,(oh-no) hon(baby)-ney
F                             Dm                            Bb
Did you think I wouldn't hear all the things you said about meeeee?
C                         F    Dm      Bb  C
This is why we can't have nice things, dar-ling
    (And here's to my real friends)
F
Because you break them
 Dm                Bb
I had to take them and here's to my baby
C                         F    Dm      Bb  C
This is why we can't have nice things, dar-ling
(They didn't care about that he-said-she-said)
F                             Dm                              Bb
Did you think I wouldn't hear all the things you said about meeeee?
C
This is why we can't have

F
nice things.




How to play "This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things" on guitar

[Chords]
- The main chords used are F, Bb, Gm, C, and Dm.
- Standard tuning (E A D G B E).

[Verse 1]
- The verse begins with F.
- Strum F using downstrokes to emphasize the rhythm.
- Transition smoothly to Bb, using a barre chord on the 1st fret.

[Pre-Chorus]
- The pre-chorus uses Gm and C.
- Use a strumming pattern like down-down-up-up-down-up.
- Emphasize the transition from Gm to C to match the lyrical intensity.

[Chorus]
- The chorus follows the progression F, Dm, Bb, C.
- Maintain a consistent strumming pattern with a slight emphasis on 
  downstrokes.
- Highlight the change to Bb and C by slightly pausing before strumming.

[Verse 2]
- Similar to Verse 1, the chord progression and strumming pattern remain 
  the same.
- Focus on clear transitions between F and Bb.
- Maintain the rhythm and intensity from the first verse.

[Bridge]
- The bridge uses F, Bb, and C.
- Strum gently to match the reflective tone of the lyrics.
- Build intensity as the bridge progresses, especially towards the end.

[Outro]
- Repeat the chorus chords: F, Dm, Bb, C.
- End on the F chord, allowing it to ring out for a resolved finish.

[Common Mistakes]
- Ensure your Bb chord is clean; practice the barre chord technique.
- Avoid rushing through the chord transitions; keep them smooth and even.

[General Tips]
- Tuning: Check your guitar is in standard tuning.
- Practice the chord transitions separately to ensure fluidity.
- Start slow to master the strumming pattern and chord changes.

[Song Facts]
"This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things" is a track from Taylor Swift's 
album "Reputation," released in 2017. The song features a sarcastic tone 
and addresses themes of betrayal and friendship. Known for its bold lyrics 
and catchy melody, it reflects Swift’s personal experiences and public 
feuds. 

[Artist Biography]
Taylor Swift is a renowned American singer-songwriter, celebrated for her 
narrative songwriting and genre versatility. She began her career in country 
music and successfully transitioned to pop, becoming one of the best-selling 
music artists of all time. Swift is known for her autobiographical lyrics and 
has received numerous awards, including several Grammys.