Rivermaya - Ms Ecstatic Chords

Intro: Bm

I:

 Bm-D-C#-C
In comes the observer
Taking everything in stride
The world equals four corners of the mind
Keep it on the down low
Keep it hish, hush, honey
Choosing an adventure is such a rush

Chorus:

Bm-Bm/A-Bm-Bm/Ab-Bm-D-Em-F#
Miss ecstatc that's how she is tonight
Unabashed
As long as it feels alright
If that's okay with you I don't mind
Anytime I don't mind

II:

 Bm-D-C#-C
In comes reality
It suddenly hit
It was too good to be true
Now you want more than I can give you
Wait a minute!
That's out of the question
Let's skip redemption

Instrumental:

Bm , D , E ,  F#

Chorus:

Bm-Bm/A-Bm-Bm/Ab-Bm-D-Em-F#
Miss ecstatic that's how she is tonight
Unbashed
As long as it feels alright
If that's the way with you
I do mind




How to play "Ms Ecstatic" on guitar

Tuning: Standard (E A D G B e)

Intro Chords:
The song starts with a moody B minor chord, setting 
a mysterious and introspective tone.

Intro: Bm

Playing Tips:
- Use a smooth strumming or picking pattern to 
  emphasize the reflective mood.
- Let the Bm chord resonate, providing a solid 
  foundation for the song’s introduction.

Verse Chords:
The verse utilizes a progression of Bm, D, C#, and C, 
creating a dynamic and contemplative atmosphere.

Verse I:
Bm D C# C 
In comes the observer
Taking everything in stride
The world equals four corners of the mind
Keep it on the down low
Keep it hish, hush, honey
Choosing an adventure is such a rush

Playing Tips:
- Transition smoothly between the chords to maintain 
  the narrative’s flow.
- Emphasize the lyrical storytelling with subtle 
  dynamics in your strumming.

Chorus Chords:
The chorus features a descending bass line with Bm 
chord inversions and a progression to D, Em, and F#.

Chorus:
Bm Bm/A Bm Bm/Ab Bm D Em F# 
Miss ecstatic that's how she is tonight
Unabashed
As long as it feels alright
If that's okay with you I don't mind
Anytime I don't mind

Playing Tips:
- Pay close attention to the bass notes in the 
  inversions for Bm to capture the descending 
  melodic line.
- Build intensity through the progression to Em 
  and F# to highlight the emotional peaks of the 
  chorus.

Instrumental Chords:
The instrumental section simplifies the harmony with 
a direct progression of Bm, D, E, and F#.

Instrumental:
Bm , D , E , F# 

Playing Tips:
- Use this section to explore dynamic variations and 
  expressiveness in your playing.
- Consider adding a light solo or melodic fills over 
  the chords to enhance the instrumental break.

Second Verse Chords:
The second verse follows the same chord pattern as 
the first, continuing the song’s themes and musical 
motifs.

Verse II:
Bm D C# C 
In comes reality
It suddenly hit
It was too good to be true
Now you want more than I can give you
Wait a minute!
That's out of the question
Let's skip redemption

Playing Tips:
- Maintain the rhythmic consistency to keep the 
  song’s energy flowing.
- Reflect the change in lyrical tone with a slight 
  adjustment in strumming intensity or tempo.

Final Chorus:
Repeat the chorus chord progression to conclude 
the narrative arc of the song, adjusting the lyrics 
slightly to suit the song's ending.

Chorus:
Bm Bm/A Bm Bm/Ab Bm D Em F# 
Miss ecstatic that's how she is tonight
Unabashed
As long as it feels alright
If that's the way with you
I do mind

Playing Tips:
- For the final chorus, add more emotional weight, 
  especially on the last lyric to signify the 
  narrative conclusion.
- Ensure clean execution of the chord inversions and 
  transitions for a powerful close.

Common Mistakes:
- Not clearly articulating the chord inversions in 
  the chorus, which are crucial for the song’s 
  melodic contour.
- Losing the narrative and emotional connection 
  with the lyrics during the performance.

Lyrics Meaning:
"Ms Ecstatic" explores themes of perception, reality, 
and personal boundaries through the lens of dynamic 
interactions and emotional highs. The song captures 
the complexity of human emotions and the sometimes 
ecstatic, sometimes challenging experiences of life.

Ensure your performance captures both the introspective 
and expressive elements of the song, using the guitar 
to enhance the storytelling and emotional depth of the 
lyrics.