WWW.AZCHORDS.COM | Rivermaya - Good Afternoon Tabs | Ver. 1
Legend:
V= Down Stroke
^= Up Stroke
Intro:
V V V V ^
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Verse 1 and Verse 2:
Listen to the song to get how the strumming is done.
B
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B
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Chorus:
G#m A B Am
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Go to Verse 2
Then Chorus
Continue Strumming using chorus chords
How to play "Good Afternoon" by Rivermaya on guitar
Tabs and Strumming Pattern Overview:
The tablature provided is primarily for the intro and verses with a simple,
repeated motif that forms the backbone of the melody. The song uses a mix of
individual notes and strummed chords, emphasizing rhythmic precision and
timing.
Intro and Motif:
- The song starts with an interesting repetitive motif on the 9th fret
across all strings:
e-----9-----9-----9-----9-----9----------------|
B-----9-----9-----9-----9-----9----------------|
G-----9-----9-----9-----9-----9----------------|
D-----9-----9-----9-----9-----9----------------|
A-----9-----9-----9-----9-----9----------------|
E-----9-----9-----9-----9-----9----------------|
Use a down stroke for each note, followed by an up stroke at the end of the
sequence to keep the rhythm flowing.
- Following the repetitive E notes, transition into a melodic line that
involves shifting between the 8th, 9th, and 12th frets on the B and G strings:
e--------------------------------------------------------|
B------8--12--------8--12---------8--12--------8--12-----|
G---9---------8--9---------8--9----------8--9------------|
D--------------------------------------------------------|
A--------------------------------------------------------|
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Focus on smooth transitions between these notes and maintain rhythmic integrity.
Verse Chords:
- During the verses, the song simplifies to a steady chord strummed rhythmically:
B chord:
e---7--------------------------------------|
B---7--------------------------------------|
G------8-----------------------------------|
D---------9--------------------------------|
A---------9--------------------------------|
E---7--------------------------------------|
Strum this chord with a down-up pattern to keep the energy up.
Chorus Chords:
- The chorus uses a progression of G#m, A, B, and Am:
G#m: 466444
A: 577655
B: 799877
Am: 577555
- Strum these chords in a down-up-down-up pattern to emphasize the lyrical
content and dynamic shifts in the song.
General Tips:
- Practice the intro riff separately to nail the timing and finger positioning
before combining it with the strumming parts.
- Ensure each chord and note is played cleanly, especially when transitioning
quickly between the melodic segments and chords.
Common Mistakes:
- Losing the rhythmic pattern during the transition from the riff to the chords.
- Not applying enough pressure on the fretboard during the barre chords, which
can result in a buzzy sound.
Lyrics Meaning:
The song "Good Afternoon" could be interpreted as a reflective piece, pondering
over daily experiences and moments of clarity or realization that can come
unexpectedly as one goes about their day.
