WWW.AZCHORDS.COM | Taylor Swift - Dont Blame Me Chords | Ver. 1
[CHORUS]
Am
Mmm mmm mmm
G
Don't blame me, love made me crazy
F
If it doesn't, you ain't doin' it right
C Dm
Lord, save me, my drug is my baby
Am
I'll be usin' for the rest of my life
[VERSE 1]
Mmm mmm mmm
Am G F
I've been breakin' hearts a long timeeee, and
F C
Toyin' with them older guys
Dm Am F Dm
Just playthings for me to use
Am G F
Something happened for the first timeeee, in
F C
The darkest little paradise
Dm Am F Dm
Shaking', pacin', I just need you
[PRECHORUS]
Am
For you, I would cross the line
Am/G
I would waste my time
Fmaj7
I would lose my mind
G
They say she's gone too far this time
[CHORUS]
Am G
Don't blame me, your love made me crazy
F
If it doesn't, you ain't doin' it right
C Dm
Lord, save me, my drug is my baby
Am F Dm
I'll be usin' for the rest of my life
Am G
Don't blame me, your love made me crazy
F
If it doesn't, you ain't doin' it right
C Dm
Ohhh Lord save me, my drug is my baby
Am F Dm
I'll be usin' for the rest of my life
[VERSE 2]
Am G F
My name is whatever you decide
F C
And I'm just gonna call you mine
Dm Am F Dm
I'm insane, but I'm your baby (your baby)
Am G
Echoes (echoes) of your name inside my mind
F
Halo, hiding my obsession
C Dm Am
I once was poison ivy, but now I'm your daaiissy
[PRECHORUS]
F Dm Am
And baby, for you, I would fall from grace
Am/G
Just to touch your face
Fmaj7
If you walk away
G
I'd beg you on my knees to stay
[CHORUS]
Am G
Don't blame me, your love made me crazy
F
If it doesn't, you ain't doin' it right
C Dm
Lord, save me, my drug is my baby
Am F Dm
I'll be usin' for the rest of my life
Am G
Don't blame me, your love made me crazy
F
If it doesn't, you ain't doin' it right
C Dm
Ohhh Lord save me, my drug is my baby
Am F Dm
I'll be usin' for the rest of my life
[BRIDGE]
Am
I get so high, oh
G F
Every time, yeah, every time you're lovin' me
F
You're lovin' me
C
Trip of my life, oh
Dm Am
Every time, yeah, every time you're touchin' me
Am F Dm Am
You're touchin' me
G F
Every time, yeah, every time you're lovin' me...
N.C.
Oh, Lord, save me
N.C.
My drug is my baby
N.C.
I'd be usin' for the rest of my life
(Usin' for the rest of my life, ohhhhh)
[FINAL CHORUS]
Am G
Don't blame me, your love made me crazy
F
If it doesn't, you ain't doin' it right (doin' it right)
C Dm
Lord, save me, my drug is my baby
Am F Dm
I'll be usin' for the rest of my life (ohh)
Am G
Don't blame me, your love made me crazy (oooh ooh ooh)
F
If it doesn't, you ain't doin' it right (doing doing it...right)
C Dm
Ohhh Lord save me, my drug is my baby
Am F Dm
I'll be usin' for the rest of my life (I'll be using)
Am
I get so high, oh
G F
Every time, yeah, every time you're lovin' me
F
You're lovin' me
C Dm
Ohhh Lord save me, my drug is my baby
Am F Dm Am
I'll be usin' for the rest of my life
How to play "Don't Blame Me" on guitar
Guitar Lesson for "Don't Blame Me" by Taylor Swift:
This song uses a moody and powerful chord progression of Am, G, F, C, and Dm,
perfectly capturing the intense and somewhat dark theme of the lyrics.
Intro:
- Start with the progression D, A, G, repeated three times, then D, A.
This introduces a strong and rhythmic foundation for the song.
Verse:
- Begin with Am, progressing to G and then F: "I've been breaking hearts a long time."
Move to C and Dm, maintaining a rhythmic strumming pattern.
The verses should be played with a steady but intense strumming pattern, highlighting the
dramatic tone of the song.
Chorus:
- Start with Am: "Don't blame me, love made me crazy"
Follow with G, then F, and move through C to Dm.
The chorus demands a more powerful strumming pattern to echo the emotional intensity of
the lyrics, reflecting the song's theme of passionate, all-consuming love.
Pre-Chorus:
- Continue with Am, Am/G, Fmaj7, and G.
This part should have a slight build in tension leading up to the chorus.
Bridge:
- The bridge, starting with Am, should be played with a mix of strumming and perhaps a
slight pause or softer touch on G and F to emphasize the lyrical content:
"I get so high, oh, every time, yeah, every time you're lovin' me."
Use dynamic changes here to deepen the emotional impact, leading back into the powerful
chorus.
Final Chorus:
- Repeat the chorus's progression, bringing the song to a powerful close. Increase the
intensity of your strumming to finish strong.
General Tips:
- Ensure clear transitions between chords, especially when moving from G to F and then to C.
- Vary your strumming intensity between the verses and chorus to reflect the shifts in
emotional tone.
Common mistakes:
- Not placing enough emphasis on the dynamic changes between the song sections, which can
flatten the emotional impact.
- Rushing the tempo, especially in the more intense sections. Maintain a steady rhythm to
keep the powerful feel of the song.
Tutorial and How to play:
- Practice the chord progression separately at first, ensuring you can smoothly transition
between chords.
- Gradually integrate the strumming pattern, starting slowly and building up to full speed,
maintaining clarity and precision in your playing.
About the lyrics:
"Don't Blame Me" uses vivid imagery and metaphorical language to describe a deep and
addictive love, likening it to a drug. This portrayal emphasizes the intensity and
irrationality of the emotions involved, highlighting the song's theme of passionate,
consuming affection.
