Rivermaya - Healing Chords

A
Every drop of golden rain
That drives away the singing pain
Like the wizards skill full hands
A drop could heal this ailing land

A
Like a little mustard seed
Sown with all you noble deeds
Though alone you have a home
A shining throne
The winds have shown
Here and hereafter
The innocents laughter
The leave will turn green
I have seen, I have seen

Chorus:
E         F#m   E        D
All your tears,all your tears
E       F#m
The ageless years
E
The war,,the hate
    D
Come change in fate
(it;s getting late)

Adlib: A

A
pEace will come to hold this line
and heal the wounds of passive time
And reapt the fruit in season
And shed the rhyme and reason

A
Set the sound of homily
To holding hands in unity
You can see the clear blue sky
Do yo believe love never dies?
(repeat chorus)



How to play "Healing" by Rivermaya on guitar

Chords Overview:
This song mainly uses the chords A, E, F#m, and D, which are relatively simple
to play and offer a gentle, uplifting sound suitable for the song's theme of
restoration and peace.

Verse Chords:
- Start with the A chord throughout the verses. This simplicity helps to
  underscore the poetic lyrics:
    A: x02220
- Each line of the verse stays on the A chord, allowing the focus to remain on
  the vocals and lyrics. Strum gently to match the serene mood of the song.

Chorus Chords:
- The chorus introduces a more dynamic chord progression:
    E: 022100
    F#m: 244222
    D: xx0232
- Start with E, then F#m, back to E, and finally D:
    E F#m E D
- This progression helps to lift the melody, emphasizing the emotional appeal
  of the chorus lyrics. Use a strumming pattern that includes both down and up
  strokes to build intensity.

Ad lib Section:
- The ad lib simply uses the A chord, allowing for instrumental or vocal
  improvisation without shifting the harmonic base:
    A: x02220
- This section can be played with a more reflective and free-form style to
  encourage emotional expression.

General Tips:
- Focus on clean chord transitions, especially between E, F#m, and D during the
  chorus to maintain the song's fluidity.
- Pay attention to the dynamics, playing softly during the verses and
  increasing volume and intensity during the chorus to reflect the shift in
  lyrical themes.

Common Mistakes:
- Overstrumming in the verses can overpower the lyrics. Keep the strumming
  controlled and reflective of the song's healing theme.
- Failing to maintain consistent rhythm during the chorus transitions can
  disrupt the flow of the song.

Lyrics Meaning:
"Healing" by Rivermaya speaks to the transformative power of love and unity.
The song reflects on overcoming pain through collective and personal growth,
evoking imagery of nature's restoration as a metaphor for healing in human
relationships.