Rivermaya - Prodigal Dub Chords

[Intro]
Gbm    E  D   (2x)
 
 
[Verse 1]
Gbm
Mother please be strong
Gbm
Don't take it hard on yourself
 E
Blame someone else
                        D
Don't let him slip away now
 
 
[Verse 2]
Gbm
Father's never home
Gbm
'Coz life's been so hard since losin'
 E
Losin' you
                 D
So please come home soon
 
 
[Verse 3]
Gbm
Mother please be strong
Gbm
Don't take it hard on yourself
 E
Blame someone else
                        D
Don't let him slip away now
 
 
[Verse 4]
Gbm
Near his sister stands alone
Gbm
Who's to know she's okay
E
Go blame yourself
                  D
We've got to save her
 
 
[Verse 5]
Gbm
Children of the sun
Gbm
Don't hide away from your pain
E
Please come back home
                       D
No, don't you run away now
 
 
[Verse 5]
Gbm
Mother please be strong
Gbm
Don't take it hard on yourself
 E
Blame someone else
                        D
Don't let him slip away now
Gbm
Don't let him slip away now
Gbm
Don't let him slip away....
E    D
...now.



How to play "Prodigal Dub" by Rivermaya on guitar

Intro & Verse Chord Progression:
- Begin by familiarizing yourself with the main chord progression:
  Gbm, E, D, used throughout the song. 

Chords Details:
- Gbm: A somber, minor tone that sets the reflective mood of the song.
- E: Provides a lift or resolve from the tension of the Gbm.
- D: Concludes the progression with a sense of resolution before looping back.

Strumming Pattern:
- Use a steady, rhythmic strumming pattern. Consider a pattern such as:
  Down, Down-Up, Up-Down-Up, which allows for both emphasis and dynamics.

Verse Technique:
- Each verse starts with the Gbm chord, emphasizing the lyrical theme of
  emotional resilience. Transition smoothly between the chords.

Common Mistakes:
- Ensure not to rush the transitions between chords, especially from E to D.
  The emotional impact of the lyrics is enhanced by the musical flow.
- Be mindful of strumming dynamics; don't overpower the Gbm chord, as it needs
  to convey a softer, more introspective tone.

Verse Lyrics Sync:
- Align your chord changes with key words for maximum emotional impact:
  For example, change to E at "Blame someone else" and to D on the concluding
  phrases like "Don't let him slip away now."

General Tips:
- Keep your guitar well-tuned to maintain the clarity of the chords, especially
  the Gbm, which can sound dissonant if not accurately tuned.
- Listen to the song to understand the mood and pacing. Try to replicate the
  emotional depth in your playing.

Lyrics Meaning:
- "Prodigal Dub" addresses themes of family, loss, and the emotional
  struggles that come with reconciliation and healing. The song encourages
  strength and resilience in the face of life's challenges, urging individuals
  to not let go of hope or each other.