Rivermaya - Looking For The Perfect Love Chords

Tuning: Standard EADGBe

Intro:
DM7 AM7 (4x)

Verse I:

DM7            AM7
The first time i saw you
  DM7         AM7
I knew it was you
       DM7          AM7
It was you who will make me feel
    F#m              C#m
The way other lovers do

(Do chords of verse)

I tried to ignore you
But then it didn't work
I wanted to forget you
Just to save my heart from pain

Refrain:

        Bm
And I'm not so sure
      C#m                D9
If my heart is safe with you
Bm            C#m                  E9'
All I know is forever we'll end up too

Chorus:
                A9
Looking for the perfect love
                D9
Looking for the perfect girl
            F#m       E
Who will be loving me faithfully
D9                  E
Who will be staying here w/me
                A9
Looking for the perfect love
                D9
Looking for the perfect girl
            F#m       E
Who will be loving me faithfully
D9~~~~~                           E
Until the end of time yeah...

Verse II: Repeat chords lang naman eh

But I am too crazy
If I'm gonna let you go
Even if I know
This love wouldn't be so slow (?)

Repeat Refrain, Chorus

Bridge:

D9  -  F#m  (2x)
Oohh.. ...
D9  E                    F#m   
I believe (that) there's someone
D9       E       F#m
Who will make me happy
Bm
For all the times
        C#m
And for all (of) my life
D9                              E9'
There is always a perfect love around

Adlib: hindi ko kayang kapain yon eh, ang galing kc ni christian palanca,
       ung lead guitarist nila

Reapeat refrain, chorus, chorus then end to D9


How to play "Looking For The Perfect Love" on guitar

Tuning: Standard (E A D G B e)

Intro Chords:
The intro features a smooth and relaxing sequence of 
DM7 and AM7, played four times, setting a mellow tone 
for the song.

Intro:
DM7 AM7 (4x)

Playing Tips:
- Use a soft strumming or plucking pattern to bring 
  out the richness of the DM7 and AM7 chords.
- Allow each chord to resonate, creating a warm and 
  welcoming atmosphere.

Verse I Chords:
The verses continue with the same DM7 and AM7 chords, 
narrating the beginnings of a hopeful romance.

DM7            AM7
The first time i saw you
DM7         AM7
I knew it was you
DM7          AM7
It was you who will make me feel
F#m              C#m 
The way other lovers do

Playing Tips:
- Maintain a consistent rhythmic pattern to support 
  the vocal melody.
- Transition smoothly between the major 7th and minor 
  chords to maintain the song’s flow.

Refrain Chords:
The refrain introduces Bm, C#m, and D9, adding 
uncertainty and questioning to the progression.

Bm 
And I'm not so sure
C#m                D9 
If my heart is safe with you
Bm            C#m                  E9
All I know is forever we'll end up too

Playing Tips:
- Emphasize the emotional shift with a slight increase 
  in strumming intensity.
- Focus on clear chord transitions to enhance the 
  lyrical message.

Chorus Chords:
The chorus uses A9, D9, F#m, and E to express the 
ongoing search for enduring love.

A9 
Looking for the perfect love
D9 
Looking for the perfect girl
F#m       E 
Who will be loving me faithfully
D9                  E 
Who will be staying here w/me

Playing Tips:
- Use a fuller strumming pattern to lift the chorus’s 
  mood.
- Let the chords ring during the lyrical pauses for 
  dramatic effect.

Bridge Chords:
The bridge provides a hopeful outlook with a progression 
of D9, F#m, E, Bm, and C#m.

D9  -  F#m  (2x)
D9  E                    F#m   
I believe (that) there's someone
D9       E       F#m 
Who will make me happy
Bm 
For all the times
C#m 
And for all (of) my life
D9                              E9'
There is always a perfect love around

Playing Tips:
- Vary the dynamics here, starting softer and building 
  as the bridge progresses.
- Highlight the emotional resolve and hope in the lyrics.

Common Mistakes:
- Overlooking the subtle emotional shifts between the 
  song sections.
- Failing to maintain a consistent rhythm, which can 
  disrupt the song’s flow.

Lyrics Meaning:
"Looking For The Perfect Love" explores the longing 
and searching for an ideal, enduring love. The lyrics 
reflect on the uncertainties and hopes of romantic 
relationships, aiming for a love that remains 
faithful and lasting.

As you play, connect with the song's theme of 
searching and hope, letting the chords and lyrics 
guide the emotional tone of your performance.