Taylor Swift - Dress Chords

[Verse 1]
 C                G
Our secret moments in a crowded room
 Dm                      F
They got no idea about me and you
 C                     G
There is an indentation in the shape of you
 Dm
Made your mark on me, a golden tattoo


[Pre-Chorus]
C                                 G
All of this silence and patience, pining and anticipation
Dm                                 F
My hands are shaking from holding back from you (ah, ah, ah)
C                                  G
All of this silence and patience, pining and desperately waiting
Dm                                 F              C
My hands are shaking from all this (ah, ha, ha, ha)


[Chorus]
        G                         Dm
Say my name and everything just stops
          F                         C
I don't want you like a best friend
                   G                         Dm
Only bought this dress so you could take it off
         F  G        C
Take it off, o-o-off
             G                  Dm
Carve your name into my bedpost
                F                          C
'Cause I don't want you like a best friend
                   G                          F
Only bought this dress so you could take it off
         F
Take it off, o-o-off


[Verse 2]
C            G
Inescapable, I'm not even gonna try
Dm                  F                 G           C
And if I get burned, at least we were electrified
                                G
I'm spilling wine in the bathtub
                                     F
You kiss my face and we're both drunk
                                  G
Everyone thinks that they know us
 N.C.
But they know nothing about


[Pre-Chorus]
C                                 G
All of this silence and patience, pining and anticipation
Dm                                 F
My hands are shaking from holding back from you (ah, ah, ah)
C                                  G
All of this silence and patience, pining and desperately waiting
Dm                                 F               C
My hands are shaking from all this (ah, ha, ha, ha)


[Chorus]
        G                         Dm
Say my name and everything just stops
          F                         C
I don't want you like a best friend
                   G                         Dm
Only bought this dress so you could take it off
         F  G        C
Take it off, o-o-off
             G                  Dm
Carve your name into my bedpost
                F                          C
'Cause I don't want you like a best friend
                   G                         Dm           F  G  C  G Dm
Only bought this dress so you could take it off, take it off


[Post-Chorus]
                   F                                          C G Dm
Only bought this dress so you could take it off, take it off
                   F
Only bought this dress so you could take it off


[Bridge]
 C
Flashback when you met me
       G
Your buzzcut and my hair bleached
 Dm                      F                 G
Even in my worst times, you could see the best of me
  C
Flashback to my mistakes
    G
My rebounds, my earthquakes
 Dm                      F
Even in my worst light, you saw the truth in me
       C
And I woke up just in time
       G                   Dm
Now I wake up by your side
    F                 G
My one and only, my lifeline
    C
I woke up just in time
       G
Now I wake up by your side
     F
My hands shake, I can't explain this
               C
Aha, ha, ha, ha


[Chorus]
        G                        N.C.
Say my name and everything just stops
          F                         C
I don't want you like a best friend
                  G                         F            G
Only bought this dress so you could take it off, take it off
             C
(Ha, ha, ha)
            G                  Dm
Carve your name into my bedpost
                 F                         C
'Cause I don't want you like a best friend
                  G                          F            G
Only bought this dress so you could take it off, take it off
           C
(Ha, ha ha)


[Outro]
                        G
There is an indentation
                    Dm
In the shape of you
                   F                          C
Only bought this dress so you could take it off
                      G                Dm
You made your mark on me, golden tattoo
                   F                            C
Only bought this dress so you could take it off




How to play "Dress" by Taylor Swift on guitar

Verse and Chorus Strumming Pattern:
- The strumming pattern should be consistently rhythmic with
  a mix of down and up strums to emphasize the beats.
- Strum primarily on the downbeat but add light upstrokes for
  texture, especially on the F and G chords to bring out their
  brightness.

Chord Transitions:
- Practice transitioning smoothly between C, G, Dm, and F.
  These transitions are quick, so finger placement efficiency
  is crucial to maintain the song's fluidity.

Bridge Dynamics:
- The bridge features a storytelling style; soften your
  strumming to allow the lyrics to stand out, especially on
  emotional lines like "Even in my worst times, you could see
  the best of me."

Common Mistakes:
- Overpowering the song with too heavy strumming. This song
  requires a balance to match its intimate and vulnerable tone.
- Not paying attention to the lyrical delivery. The emotions in
  the lyrics should guide the intensity of your playing.

Post-Chorus and Outro:
- As you approach the post-chorus and outro, allow the chords
  to resonate more, giving a sense of closure and reflection to
  the song's narrative.

General Tips:
- Ensure your guitar is well-tuned to standard tuning to match
  the recording.
- Practice the chord shapes beforehand, especially the F chord,
  which can be challenging for beginners due to its barre
  requirement.

Lyrics Overview:
"Dress" is a deeply personal and introspective song, reflecting
on a relationship that is both intense and private. The recurring
theme of wearing the dress, which symbolizes vulnerability and
intimacy, plays a central role in expressing the song's emotional
depth.