WWW.AZCHORDS.COM | Am I Ready For Love Ukulele – Taylor Swift | Version #1
Intro: C D Am C x2
C D
Sometimes I wonder how's it gonna feel
Am C
Will my first love be true and real
C D
Will I be ready when my heart starts to fall
Am C
What will I do when my love comes to call
C D
And my daddy tells me that I light up his world
Am C
Everday he says, "Darlin you're my best girl."
C D
He tried to teach me from the very start
Am C
The meaning of love so nobody breaks my heart
(Chorus)
C D
Will my love come in a bowl of fire
Am C
Will it be filled with hope and desire
C D
Will my love come in the pourin rain
Am
Am I ready for the joy
D
Am I ready for the pain
Am
Am I ready for the boy
D C D Am C
Am I ready for love
C D
I know I'm not a little girl anymore
Am C C
Cause I'm feelin things I've never felt before
D
Sweet sensations and anticipations
Am C
Calling commotion to my emotions
C D Am
And I hear the words my daddy said to me
C
He said be true to yourself and keep your spirit free
C D
And love will find you one way or another
Am C
Be good to yourself and be good to eachother
(Chorus)
C D
Will my love come in a bowl of fire
Am C
Will it be filled with hope and desire
C D
Will my love come in the pourin rain
Am
Am I ready for the joy
D
Am I ready for the pain
Am
Am I ready for the boy
D C D Am C
Am I ready for love
C D
It's a run around the world and it's movin so fast
Am C C
Though I wanna find a love that's gonna last
D
A love so strong that it can withstand
Am C
The weight of this world in the palm of its hand
(Chorus)
C D
Will my love come in a bowl of fire
Am C
Will it be filled with hope and desire
C D
Will my love come in the pourin rain
Am
Am I ready for the joy
D
Am I ready for the pain
Am
Am I ready for the boy
D C D Am C C(Strum once)
Am I ready for love
How to play "Am I Ready For Love" by Taylor Swift on ukulele
This song is a gentle, reflective piece that uses a simple chord progression
throughout, making it ideal for beginners or those new to playing the ukulele.
Chords Used:
C, D, Am
Intro and Verses:
- The intro and verses follow a straightforward chord progression: C, D, Am, C.
Repeat this twice for the intro.
- Strum each chord in a gentle, flowing rhythm to match the introspective
tone of the lyrics. For example, "Sometimes I wonder how's it gonna feel"
should sync with the changes from C to D to Am to C.
Chorus:
- The chorus maintains the same chords and adds a heartfelt inquiry about
readiness for love.
- Focus on the emotional delivery of lines like "Will my love come in a bowl
of fire" with the chord transitions enhancing each question.
- The repetitive structure helps to emphasize the song's central theme of
anticipation and readiness.
Strumming Pattern:
- A simple strumming pattern for this song could be:
Down, Down-Up, Up-Down-Up
- This pattern allows for a light and airy feel, suitable for the lyrical
and musical tone of the song.
Common Mistakes:
- Overstrumming can overpower the delicate nature of the song. Keep the
strumming light and consistent.
- Not changing chords in time with the lyrics can disrupt the flow of the
song. Practice the transitions slowly at first to ensure timing accuracy.
General Tips:
- Ensure your ukulele is properly tuned before playing to maintain the
sound quality.
- Practice the chord changes without singing to focus on hand movements
and ensure smooth transitions.
- Once comfortable, integrate the singing with playing to fully convey
the song's emotional depth.
Meaning of the Lyrics:
- "Am I Ready For Love" explores the uncertainties and expectations of
embarking on a journey to find true love. It reflects on the teachings
of a caring father and the personal contemplations of a young woman
questioning her readiness for the complexities of love.