Rivermaya - May Kasalanan Ka Sa Akin Chords

Intro: F---- 

Verse1:
C        G           Am
May kasalanan ka sa akin
F              C      F         C       G
Bigla ka lang nawala iniwan mo akong magisa
C         G           Am
Di bat nangako ka sa akin 
     F         C       F          C            G
na hindi mo sasaktan, ang pusong sugatan, ano yan?

Chorus: 
F    C           G--
oh.. wag mo lang sabihin (na di ko kaya to)
F    C          G--
Ang mabuhay ng sarili..(na wala sa piling mo)
F    C    G--
oh oh...woh.
F-
Kailan pa kaya ako lalaya sayo?

Verse2: (Same Verse1 Chords)
Ilang umaga ng lumipas
Mahal pa rin kita, di ko malimulimut ang saya
Sanay sinabi mo sa akin
Na may iba ka na pala
Nagmukha akong tanga 

(repeat chorus twice)

Outro:
F   C   G--- (same all through out)
la la la.. la la la la la..
F--
Kailan pa kaya ako lalaya sayo?



How to play "May Kasalanan Ka Sa Akin" on guitar

Tuning: Standard (E A D G B e)

Intro Chords:
The song begins with a single chord F, setting 
a contemplative mood right from the start.

Intro: F ---

Playing Tips:
- Let the F chord ring out to create an 
  emotional atmosphere.
- Use a soft strumming pattern to emphasize 
  the introspective nature of the intro.

Verse Chords:
The verse utilizes a progression of C, G, Am, and F, 
expressing feelings of abandonment and betrayal.

Verse1:
C        G           Am 
May kasalanan ka sa akin
F              C      F         C       G 
Bigla ka lang nawala iniwan mo akong magisa
C         G           Am 
Di bat nangako ka sa akin 
     F         C       F          C            G 
na hindi mo sasaktan, ang pusong sugatan, ano yan?

Playing Tips:
- Strum each chord clearly to support the 
  narrative of the lyrics.
- Focus on smooth transitions between chords 
  to maintain the flow of the song.

Chorus Chords:
The chorus introduces a repeated pattern of F, C, 
and G, heightening the emotional plea of the 
lyrics.

Chorus: 
F    C           G -
oh.. wag mo lang sabihin (na di ko kaya to)
F    C          G -
Ang mabuhay ng sarili..(na wala sa piling mo)
F    C    G -
oh oh...woh.
F 
Kailan pa kaya ako lalaya sayo?

Playing Tips:
- Use a more dynamic strumming pattern here to 
  bring out the emotional intensity of the chorus.
- Pay attention to the lyrical content and match 
  your strumming intensity to the emotions conveyed.

Verse 2 Chords:
The second verse follows the same chord progression 
as the first, continuing the story of heartache and 
confusion.

Verse2: (Same Verse1 Chords)
Ilang umaga ng lumipas
Mahal pa rin kita, di ko malimulimut ang saya
Sanay sinabi mo sa akin
Na may iba ka na pala
Nagmukha akong tanga 

Playing Tips:
- Keep the strumming consistent with the first 
  verse to maintain thematic continuity.
- Highlight the emotion in the lyrics with slight 
  variations in strumming intensity.

Outro Chords:
The outro uses the same chords as the chorus, 
ending the song on a note of unresolved longing.

Outro:
F   C   G -- (same all through out)
la la la.. la la la la la..
F -
Kailan pa kaya ako lalaya sayo?

Playing Tips:
- Continue with the dynamic strumming pattern 
  from the chorus.
- Allow the final F chord to ring out, echoing 
  the lingering question of the lyrics.

Common Mistakes:
- Not varying the strumming dynamics between the 
  verse and chorus, which can make the song feel 
  monotonous.
- Losing the emotional impact by not connecting 
  with the song's narrative.

Lyrics Meaning:
"May Kasalanan Ka Sa Akin" explores themes of 
betrayal, unfulfilled promises, and the struggle 
to move on from a relationship. The song's lyrics 
articulate the pain of being left alone and the 
difficulty of freeing oneself from emotional ties.

Ensure your playing captures the song's 
heartfelt plea and emotional turmoil, making 
each chord resonate with the narrative of 
betrayal and longing for liberation.