Taylor Swift - Cornelia Street Acoustic Chords

[Verse 1]
                  G
We were in the backseat
                      D                             Em      Cadd9
Drunk on something stronger than the drinks in the bar
            G
"I rent a place on Cornelia Street"
D                       Em   Cadd9
I say casually in the car
     G                     D
We …were a fresh page on the desk
    Em                      Cadd9
Filling in the blanks as we go
 G                                   D
As if the street lights pointed in an arrow head
              Em    Cadd9
Leading us home


[Chorus]
     G                         D
And I hope I never lose you, hope it never ends
                 Em                Cadd9
I'd never walk Cornelia Street again
                 G                          D
That's the kinda heartbreak time could never mend
          Em                       Cadd9
I'd never walk Cornelia Street again
            G            D              Em                 Cadd9
And baby, I get mystified by how this city screams your name
            G            D              Em
And baby, I'm so terrified of if you ever walk away
   Cadd9                       G
I'd never walk Cornelia Street again
  D                            Em    Cadd9
I'd never walk Cornelia Street again


[Verse 2]
                     G
Windows flung right open, autumn air
      D                          Em   Cadd9
Jacket 'round my shoulders is yours
              G
We bless the rains on Cornelia Street
     D                       Em    Cadd9
Memorize the creaks in the floor
                             G
Back when we were card sharks, playing games
      D                      Em     Cadd9
I thought you were leading me on
             G
I packed my bags, left Cornelia Street
   D                       Em     Cadd9
Before you even knew I was gone


[Pre-Chorus]
  G
But then you called, showed your hand
           D
I turned around before I hit the tunnel
   Em                 Cadd9
Sat on the roof, you and I


[Chorus]
     G                         D
And I hope I never lose you, hope it never ends
                 Em                Cadd9
I'd never walk Cornelia Street again
                 G                          D
That's the kinda heartbreak time could never mend
          Em                       Cadd9
I'd never walk Cornelia Street again
            G            D              Em                 Cadd9
And baby, I get mystified by how this city screams your name
            G            D              Em
And baby, I'm so terrified of if you ever walk away
   Cadd9                       G
I'd never walk Cornelia Street again
  D                            Em    Cadd9
I'd never walk Cornelia Street again


[Bridge]
            D
You hold my hand on the street
            Em
Walk me back to that apartment
           Cadd9
Years ago, we were just inside
           D
Barefoot in the kitchen
         Em
Sacred new beginnings
                   Cadd9
That became my religion, listen


[Chorus]
                G        G/B
I hope I never lose you
                    G/B       Cadd9
I'd never walk Cornelia Street again
G            G/B  Cadd9
Oh, never again
            G            D              Em                 Cadd9
And baby, I get mystified by how this city screams your name
            G            D              Em
And baby, I'm so terrified of if you ever walk away
   Cadd9                       G
I'd never walk Cornelia Street again
  D                            Em    Cadd9
I'd never walk Cornelia Street again


[Post-Chorus]
               G                      D
I don't wanna lose you (Hope it never ends)
                Em        Cadd9
I don't wanna lose you (Yeah)


[Outro]
             G
"I rent a place on Cornelia Street"
G/B                    Em  Cadd9
I say casually in the car





How to play "Cornelia Street" (Acoustic Version) on guitar

Guitar Lesson for "Cornelia Street" by Taylor Swift:
This acoustic version emphasizes the emotional depth of the lyrics
through the use of the chords G, D, Em, and Cadd9. The chord
progressions and strumming patterns help convey the song's narrative
of nostalgia and longing.

Verse:
- Start with G: "We were in the backseat"
  Transition to D, then to Em and Cadd9: "Drunk on something stronger
  than the drinks in the bar"
  
  The verse should be played with a gentle, flowing strumming pattern,
  capturing the reflective mood of the lyrics.

Chorus:
- Begins with G: "And I hope I never lose you, hope it never ends"
  Move through D, Em, and Cadd9: "I'd never walk Cornelia Street again"
  
  Strum more emphatically here to highlight the emotional intensity of
  the chorus. The chorus is crucial for expressing the central theme
  of the song—fear of loss and the significance of memories.

Bridge:
- D and Em are used to paint a vivid picture of past moments:
  "You hold my hand on the street, Walk me back to that apartment"
  Cadd9 brings a resolution: "That became my religion, listen"
  
  This section requires a tender touch with softer strumming to
  underscore the intimacy and sacredness of the memories recounted.

General Tips:
- Focus on clean transitions between the chords, especially when moving
  from Em to Cadd9, which can be tricky due to finger placement.
- Use a mix of strumming and plucking to add variety and depth to the
  acoustic performance.

Common mistakes:
- Over-strumming in verses, which can overshadow the lyrics.
- Not maintaining a consistent rhythm, which is key to keeping the
  emotional narrative of the song coherent.

Tutorial and How to play:
- Begin by practicing the chord shapes and transitions without
  strumming to ensure accurate finger placement.
- Gradually integrate the strumming pattern, starting slowly and
  increasing speed as you gain confidence.

About the lyrics:
"Cornelia Street" explores themes of vulnerability and the fear of
losing cherished moments tied to a specific place. The lyrics
navigate through memories shared on Cornelia Street, symbolizing the
importance of place in the context of personal relationships.