Rivermaya - Ligawan Stage Chords

Tuning: Standard

Verse:

D           G
Kailangan kong isipin

D           G
Kung paano aaminin

Gm
Kapag nakikita kita

F
May kasama nang kaba

Chorus:

D-DM7
kasi...

G               Gm
Nais ko sanang makasama kang

D
muli

DM7   G                BbM7
mula umaga hanggang sa

Em-D/F#--G--
hatinggabi

Gm
Mahawakan lang kamay mo'y ayos na


Interlude: AM7-DM7-(2x)
           Pause...F-----



(Do Verse Chords)

Kailangan nang isipin
Kung kailan aaminin

Gm
Nadadala sa panunukso

F
Ng mga kaibigan ko

D             A/C#  G--Asus
'di lang nahahalata

       Em           D/F#       G
Kay tagal ko nang bihag, 'di na 

Asus
makahinga

        Em       D/F#    G
Panliligaw sa iyo'y kina-kareer ko

Asus      Em-D/F#-G-
na sa isip ko



Chorus: (do chorus chords)

Kasi
Nais ko sanang makasama kang muli
Hawak ang yong kamay hanggang
sa pag-uwi
Mayakap lang kita ay ayos na
 

AM7           DM7
Pasensya ka na

AM7                   DM7
'Wag ka sanang mailang 

CM7
Nauna kasi

     FM7
Ang puso sa isipan


CM7
Pagka-nerbyoso ko'y

  FM7                   Gsus
Ginagawan ko na ng paraan

Kahit mang mukhang payaso

    Em               D/F#      G
Ngiti mo lang ang panaginip ko


Em   D/F#   G   Asus
Ohhh-----------------


Do chorus chords

Kasi
Ika'y angel sa buhay kong walang
saysay
Ligtas na tayo sa mundong walang kulay

Em     D/F#      G
Ohhh


Gm                             AM7
Mauwi lang sa kasalanan, ayos na
 
FM7                   AM7-DM7
Sabay na sana tayong tumanda

Outro: AM7 - DM7 
       F - AM7



How to play "Ligawan Stage" on guitar

Tuning: Standard (E A D G B e)

Verse Chords:
The verses of "Ligawan Stage" by Rivermaya are 
played with a simple progression that alternates 
between D and G, with a bridge to Gm and F, 
reflecting a contemplative mood.

D          G
Kailangan kong isipin
D          G
Kung paano aaminin
Gm
Kapag nakikita kita
F
May kasama nang kaba

Playing Tips:
- Use clean tone settings on your guitar to keep 
  the chords sounding clear.
- Strum primarily with downstrokes to maintain 
  a steady rhythm.

Chorus Chords:
The chorus introduces a fuller sound with 
chords like DM7 and BbM7, adding emotional depth.

D   DM7     G    Gm
Kasi...
Nais ko sanang makasama kang muli
DM7  G       BbM7
Mula umaga hanggang sa hatinggabi
Em  D/F#  G
Mahawakan lang kamay mo'y ayos na

Playing Tips:
- Focus on smooth transitions between the chords, 
  particularly from G to BbM7.
- Emphasize the emotional lift in the chorus 
  with dynamic strumming.

Bridge Chords:
This section introduces a walk down which 
prepares for the emotional delivery in the latter 
parts of the song.

AM7  DM7
Pasensya ka na
AM7  DM7
'Wag ka sanang mailang
CM7
Nauna kasi
FM7
Ang puso sa isipan

Playing Tips:
- Use a soft touch for the AM7 and DM7 chords to 
  convey the apologetic and gentle nature of the 
  lyrics.
- Increase intensity with the CM7 to FM7 progression.

Common Mistakes:
- Rushing through chord transitions, especially in 
  the chorus. Practice transitions slowly.
- Not adjusting strumming dynamics according to 
  the lyrical mood.

Lyrics Meaning:
"Ligawan Stage" captures the nervous excitement 
and hesitant confessions of early romantic 
feelings. The lyrics portray a person struggling 
to express their feelings, fearing rejection but 
also dreaming of a future together. It reflects 
the emotional highs and lows of courting.

Overall, pay attention to the emotional 
undercurrent of the song and let your playing 
reflect the narrative of hesitant but hopeful 
love. Enjoy the process of bringing the song to 
life with your guitar!