Rivermaya - Locomoco Chords

Tuning :Standard

 A         A/G# A/F#    
We will all be fine
 
 A         A/G# A/F#    
We will just follow the line

 A         A/G# A/F#    
Change the train we may go faster


 A         A/G# A/F#    
A better life from here on after

 A          A/G#     B 
Server and hospitality and always on time

 G          F#  E A#
Locomoco, Locomoco

To the pace of the mouse
Please take us anywhere but
Here where a broken heart's just
An opened mind filled with juicy lust
And medicated disgust
Locomoc

 D       C
We will never stop now

 D           Am
We're just enjoying the ride

 D          C      D  Am
You can never stop us now

 Em       D/F#    
We don't care what the neighbors say

  We make some noiuse
It's just insane

     Am           D/F#  Em    D
But after all the hate we take a bow



How to play "Locomoco" on guitar

Tuning: Standard (E A D G B e)

Verse Chords:
The verses in "Locomoco" are played with a repeating 
progression of A, A/G#, and A/F#. This simple progression 
provides a steady, driving rhythm that echoes the theme 
of continuous motion and progress.

A         A/G#       A/F#    
We will all be fine
A         A/G#       A/F#    
We will just follow the line
A         A/G#       A/F#    
Change the train we may go faster
A         A/G#       A/F#    
A better life from here on after

Playing Tips:
- Use a smooth bass line transition by walking down 
  from A to A/G# to A/F#.
- Maintain a consistent strumming pattern, focusing 
  on downstrokes for a more rhythmic feel.

Chorus Chords:
The chorus transitions to a more dynamic and fuller 
sound with chords A, A/G#, B, G, F#, and E, adding 
variation and emphasizing the theme of travel and 
adventure.

A          A/G#       B 
Server and hospitality and always on time
G          F#         E A#
Locomoco, Locomoco

Playing Tips:
- Strum with energy, particularly on the B, G, F#, 
  and E chords to build momentum.
- Highlight the change in melody and dynamics to 
  distinguish the chorus from the verses.

Bridge Chords:
In the bridge, the song takes on a reflective tone 
with chords D, C, and Am, providing a contrast to the 
rhythmic verses and chorus.

D        C 
We will never stop now
D          Am 
We're just enjoying the ride
D         C       D   Am 
You can never stop us now

Playing Tips:
- Use a mix of strumming and arpeggios to bring out 
  the reflective nature of the bridge.
- Slow down the tempo slightly to give more weight 
  to the lyrics.

Outro Chords:
The outro employs Em, D/F#, Am, and D to conclude 
the song on a resolute note.

Em        D/F#    
We don't care what the neighbors say
Am         D/F#     Em     D 
But after all the hate we take a bow

Playing Tips:
- Employ a softer strumming pattern to wind down 
  the song.
- Ensure clean transitions between Em, D/F#, and 
  Am to maintain musical coherence.

Common Mistakes:
- Losing the rhythmic pattern in the transition 
  between verse and chorus.
- Not adjusting strumming dynamics according to the 
  section of the song, which can make the performance 
  feel flat.

Lyrics Meaning:
"Locomoco" by Rivermaya metaphorically uses the imagery 
of a train journey to discuss life's relentless forward 
motion and the desire for a better future. The song 
encourages embracing change and enjoying the ride, 
despite external pressures and challenges.

Keep the song's narrative of movement and change in 
mind as you play, allowing the steady rhythm to drive 
the performance forward, and let each chord progression 
reflect the optimism and energy of the lyrics.