Taylor Swift - Christmases When You Were Mine Chords

G       Em       Bm      C
Please take down the mistletoe
G       Em       Am                        D
Cause I don't wanna think about that right now
G       Em       Bm          C
Cause everything I want is miles away in a
Am                   D
Snow covered little town
G                  Em
My mommas in the kitchen
Bm             C
Worryin' about me
G          Em       Am         D
Season's Greetings hope your well
G          Em       Bm               C  
Well I'm doin' alright if you were wondering
Am                  D
Lately I can never tell
          C                        D
I know this shouldn't be a lonely time
    Am                      D             G
But there were Christmases when you were mine

Bridge: G Em Bm C

G          Em        Bm             C
I've been doin' fine without you, really
G           Em     Am   D
Up until the nights got cold
G          Em      Bm             C
And everybody’s here except you, baby
           Am                         D
Seems like everyone’s got someone to hold
        C                      D
But for me it's just a lonely time
       C                      D             G  
Cause there were Christmases when you were mine
  Em                D
Merry Christmas everybody
   C                                         D
That'll have to be something I'll just say this year
   G      Em              Bm          C
Well I bet you got your mom another sweater
   G      Em          Am   D
And were your cousins late again
   G      Em          Bm                 C
When you were putting up the lights this year
    Am                           D
Did you notice one less pair of hands?
    C                            D
I know this shouldn't be a lonely time
    Am                           D
But there were Christmases when I didn't
   C           Em      D
Wonder how you are tonight
      C                      D             G
Cause there were christmases when you were mine

G Em  Bm C    G Em Am G




How to play "Christmases When You Were Mine" by Taylor Swift on Ukulele

Tuning and Setup:
- Standard ukulele tuning (GCEA). No capo is needed for this song.

Chords Used:
   G:  0232
   Em: 0432
   Bm: 4222
   C:  0003
   Am: 2000
   D:  2220

Strumming Pattern:
- A fitting pattern for this melancholic song is Down-Down-Up-Up-Down-Up
  (DDUUDU). This strumming provides a steady, reflective backdrop for the
  lyrics, which convey a sense of longing and nostalgia.

Song Structure:
- Intro: Begin with G Em Bm C to set the reflective tone of the song.
- Verses: Use the progression G Em Bm C, followed by Am D for each line,
  capturing the narrative of the lyrics.
- Bridge: Repeat the G Em Bm C progression, marking a reflective pause in
  the song.
- Outro: Conclude with the G Em Bm C and G Em Am G progression, bringing
  the song to a gentle and thoughtful close.

Common Mistakes:
- Misplacing the emotional emphasis due to inconsistent strumming. Maintain
  a gentle touch to complement the song's somber mood.
- Rushing through the chord transitions, particularly between the Bm and C
  chords. Take time to ensure smooth transitions to preserve the flow of the
  music.
- Overlooking the lyrical delivery. It's important to connect with the song's
  emotional content, as it enhances the overall performance.

Lyrics Theme Summary:
"Christmases When You Were Mine" is a song that explores themes of loss and
nostalgia during the holiday season. It reflects on past Christmases spent
with a loved one and contrasts those memories with the loneliness of the
present without them. The song captures the bittersweet feelings associated
with reminiscing about happier times while trying to cope with current
sorrows.