Rivermaya - Balisong Chords

Dm  Eb
your face

Dm              Eb
lights up the sky on the 

Dm Eb
highway

Dm  Eb
someday

Dm                     Eb
you'll share your world with me

Dm  Eb
someday

 

Dm                 Eb
   you mesmerize me

Dm                     Eb
      with diamond eyes

Dm       Eb                       Dm               Eb
      i try to fool myself to think i'll be alright

Dm             Eb                 Dm Eb
    but i am losin' all control
      
Dm                  Eb                          Dm Eb
      my mind, my heart, my body, and my soul

 

(Chorus)

Bb  Fm                                             Cm
     never in my life have i been more sure
   
    Ebm                                            Bb
so come on up to me and close the door
    
     Fm                                          Cm
nobody's made me feel this way before
           
            Ebm
you're everythin' i wanted and more

Dm             Eb
    to speak or not to

Dm              Eb
     where to begin

Dm                 Eb               Dm            Eb
     the great dilemmas i'm findin myself in

 

Dm                   Eb                                        Dm Eb
    for all i know you only see me as a friend

Dm              Eb                                  

Dm            Eb
i try to tell myself, 'wake up fool, this fairy tales got to end.

 

Instrumental (Chorus chords)

Repeat Chorus

Repeat Chorus chords

(Dm Eb)3x



How to play "Balisong" on guitar

Intro and Verse Chords:
- The intro and verses use a repetitive progression of Dm and Eb.
- Use a gentle strumming pattern, focusing on the emotional delivery of the lyrics.

Verse Transition:
- Maintain the Dm to Eb change, which sets a reflective and melancholic mood.
- Each chord should be strummed clearly to emphasize the poignant lyrics about longing and admiration.

Chorus Chords:
- Switch to Bb, Fm, Cm, and Ebm for the chorus.
- This section should be played with more intensity and emotion as it expresses deep romantic sentiments.

Chorus Strumming Pattern:
- Implement a more dynamic strumming pattern here to match the increasing emotional intensity.
- Focus on emphasizing the first beat of each measure to drive the chorus's impactful message.

Instrumental:
- During the instrumental break, use the same chords as the chorus.
- This is a good section to experiment with slight variations in strumming to keep the listener engaged.

Common Mistakes:
- Not transitioning smoothly between the verse chords Dm and Eb, which can disrupt the song's flow.
- Overlooking the emotional depth of the chorus by not adjusting the strumming intensity.

General Tips:
- Practice the chord transitions slowly to ensure they are clean and precise.
- Listen to the original track to understand the emotional tone and dynamics of the song.

Lyrics Meaning:
- "Balisong" metaphorically uses the imagery of a butterfly knife to describe the transformative impact
  of a loved one's presence. It captures the essence of deep affection and the longing for closeness.