Taylor Swift - Coney Island Chords

[Intro]
G  C  D  Em C
 
[Verse 1]
Bm
  Break my soul in two looking for you
              C
  But you're right here
D
  If I can't relate to you anymore
                   Em        C
  Then who am I related to?
Bm
  And if this is the long haul
               C
  How'd we get here so soon?
D
  Did I close my fist around something delicate?
      Em             C
  Did I shatter you?
 
 
[Pre-Chorus]
          Em                           C
  And I'm sitting on a bench in Coney Island
                          G
  Wondering where did my baby go?
                                          Bm
  The fast times, the bright lights, the merry go
  C                        D
  Sorry for not making you my centerfold
 
 
[Chorus]
           Em
  Over and over
  C
  Lost again with no surprises
  G/B
  Disappointments close your eyes
      Bm                 C
  And it gets colder and colder
                D
  When the sun goes down
 
Em   C
 
 
[Verse 2]
Bm
  The question pounds my head
                        C
  What's a lifetime of achievement
D
  If I pushed you to the edge?
                             Em       C
  But you were too polite to leave me
Bm
  Do you miss the rogue
                                   C
  Who coaxed you into paradise and left you there?
D
  Will you forgive my soul
                                        Em              C
  When you're too wise to trust me and too old to care?
 
 
[Pre-Chorus]
         Em                                C
  'Cause we were like the mall before the internet
                 G
  It was the one place to be
                                    Bm
  The mischief, the gift-wrapped suburban dreams
  C                           D
  Sorry for not winning you an arcade ring
 
 
[Chorus]
           Em
  Over and over
  C
  Lost again with no surprises
  G/B
  Disappointments close your eyes
      Bm                  C
  And it gets colder and colder
                D
  When the sun goes down
 
 
[Bridge]
Em                         C
  Were you waiting at our old spot
 
  In the tree line
         G
  By the gold clock
 
  Did I leave you hanging every single day?
Bm                         C
  Were you standing in the hallway
                         D
  With a big cake, happy birthday
 
  Did I paint your bluest skies the darkest grey?
          Em
  The universe waits
              C
  And when I got into the accident
      G
  The sight that flashed before me was your face
Bm                                     D
  But when I walked up to the podium I think that I forgot to say your name
 
 
[Pre-Chorus]
Em                         C
  I'm on a bench in Coney Island
                          G
  Wondering where did my baby go
                                       Bm
  The fast times, the bright lights, the merry go
  C                        D
  Sorry for not making you my centerfold
 
 
[Chorus]
           Em
  Over and over
  C
  Lost again with no surprises
  G/B
  Disappointments close your eyes
      Bm                  C
  And it gets colder and colder
                D
  When the sun goes down
 
 
[Outro]
                Em       C
  When the sun goes down
      G
  The sight that flashed before me was your face
                Bm      C
  When the sun goes down
        D
  But I think that I forgot to say your name
           Em   C
  Over and over
  G                         Bm
  Sorry for not making you my, making you my
C                     D
  Making you my centerfold




How to play "Coney Island" on guitar

Guitar Lesson for "Coney Island" by Taylor Swift:
This song is structured with a reflective and somber tone, utilizing
chords such as G, C, D, Em, and Bm. The progression and strumming 
patterns create an emotional narrative fitting the introspective 
lyrics.

Intro:
- Chords: G, C, D, Em, C
- Strum softly, allowing each chord to resonate, setting a
  melancholic mood.

Verse:
- Start with Bm: "Break my soul in two looking for you"
  Transition to C, then to D: "If I can't relate to you anymore"
  End with Em and C: "Then who am I related to?"
  
  Each chord should be played with a gentle strum, allowing the
  narrative and emotional weight of the lyrics to come through
  clearly.

Pre-Chorus:
- Begins with Em and moves to C, creating a reflective pause:
  "And I'm sitting on a bench in Coney Island"
  The chord progression leads to G then to Bm, adding to the
  pensiveness before resolving on D.

Chorus:
- The chorus utilizes Em, C, then shifts to a poignant G/B,
  followed by Bm and C: "Over and over, Lost again with no surprises"
  Conclude with D, emphasizing the lyrical theme of recurring
  disappointment.

Bridge:
- The bridge starts with Em and moves to C, then G and Bm, before
  concluding on D. This section explores deeper emotional layers, 
  reflecting on past moments and missed opportunities.
  Strumming here can be a bit more varied to match the intensifying
  narrative.

General Tips:
- Focus on smooth transitions between chords, particularly in the
  transitions from Em to C, which recur throughout the song.
- Maintain a consistent strumming pattern to keep the flow of the
  music steady yet reflective of the lyrical content.

Common mistakes:
- Rushing through the strumming pattern, which can disrupt the
  emotional impact of the song.
- Not allowing chords to resonate fully, especially in the intro
  and bridge, where the emotional depth is crucial.

Tutorial and How to play:
- Practice the chord changes slowly at first to ensure accuracy,
  then gradually increase your speed to match the song's tempo.
- Pay attention to the dynamics, playing softer in verses and
  slightly louder in the chorus to mirror the emotional swings
  in the lyrics.

About the lyrics:
"Coney Island" reflects on lost love and the introspection that
follows a deep emotional connection. The lyrics navigate through
memories and regrets, contemplating what was and what could have
been, using the metaphor of Coney Island to frame these reflections.