Rivermaya - 241 Chords

Intro:

e|-----------11---12------|
B|-11---12----------------|
G|----9----9----9----9----| x4
D|------------------------|
A|------------------------|
E|------------------------|

E             Bm
I want to live forever

E             Bm
Inside your nights and days.

A      Am        E

Wish upon a silver cloud,

A      Am 
Crawling across the moonbeams.

E             Bm
A summer night in heaven

E             Bm
Between the stars and waves.

A      Am        E
Gaze across the old bonfire;

A      Am      
Trample on my heartbeat.

Chorus:

kunin niyo yung pattern ng D tapos iusog niyo lang ng isang fret e na. mas katunog niya pag ganon

E B C#m-A2
I wanted to turn you on

E B C#m-A2
My favorite song.

E B
Wanted to be near you

A2 E A2
But somebody owns you now.


E             Bm
I love you with a fire,

E             Bm
Ablaze until times end

A        Am         E
But what good is a heart

A        Am         E
When it shudders to speak.
A        Am
I guess it's too late now.


Chorus
E B C#m-A2
I wanted to turn you on

E B C#m-A2
My favorite song.

E B
Wanted to be near you

A2 E
But somebody owns you now.

A2 E
I try to live somehow

A2 E A2 C#m-A2
Somebody owns you now

E B C#m-A2 E B C#m-A2
(haaaaaaaaa.. aaa.. aaaa...)

E B C#m-A2
I wanted to turn you on

E B C#m-A2
My favorite song.

E B
Wanted to be near you

A2 E
But of course somebody owns you now.

A2 E
And I'll try to live somehow

A2 E
Somebody owns you now

A2 E
Somebody owns you now

(A2 - E) x4



How to play "241" by Rivermaya on guitar

Intro Tablature:
- The song opens with a distinctive lead guitar line that requires
  precise finger placement and timing:
  e|-----------11---12------|
  B|-11---12----------------|
  G|----9----9----9----9----| x4
  D|------------------------|
  A|------------------------|
  E|------------------------|
  Focus on clean execution of each note, playing the sequence
  multiple times as indicated.

Verse Chords:
- The verses are structured around the chords E and Bm, with a
  reflective and intimate feel:
  E - Bm - E - Bm - A - Am - E - A - Am
  Strum these chords gently to match the poetic and contemplative
  nature of the lyrics.

Chorus Chords:
- The chorus introduces a richer harmonic texture with the chords
  E, B, C#m, and A2. There is a specific note to shift the pattern
  of D by one fret to achieve a sound closer to the desired effect:
  E - B - C#m - A2
  This progression should be played with a more pronounced rhythm,
  highlighting the emotional peak of the song.

Chorus Interpretation Tip:
- The note about shifting the D chord pattern by one fret suggests
  a modification to make the guitar sound more harmonious or to
  better suit the song's key. Experiment with this to see how it
  changes the sound and feel of the progression.

Common Mistakes:
- Players often rush through the intro tablature without hitting
  the notes cleanly, so it's important to practice this part
  slowly until the finger movements become second nature.
- Ensure that the transition between A and Am in the verses
  is smooth and deliberate, as these chords add significant
  emotional depth to the lyrics.

Lyrics Meaning:
- "241" likely refers to "two for one" in the context of the
  lyrics, suggesting themes of unity and inseparability within
  a relationship. However, there is a poignant sense of longing
  and loss, as the singer reflects on a love that cannot be due
  to someone else "owning" the object of their affection.