Taylor Swift - Firefly Chords

Capo on 3
 
G                                                                  D
Someone struck a match against the night
                                             Em
All I could see was you and I
                    C
It was captivating
G                                                        D
A perfect little dream inside my head
                                     Em
And then reality crept in
         C
And erased it
C                          D
For a while I thought that I could hold you
C                                     D
But you were just a temporary high
G    D
Firefly
        Em         C
You drew me to you
G         D            Em             C
Your beauty shines and lights up the sky
G      D                  Em       C
And you don-t know it, do you
G        D              Em             C
I wish I could keep you, firefly
G
Firefly
G                                                      D
Some things are beautiful and free
                                            Em          C
And just never meant to be caged in
G                                              D
I thought I had you in my hand
                                           Em                          C
I tried to catch you but I can-t chase the wind
C                             D 
And every time I reach out to touch you
C                            D
I remind myself you were meant to fly

G    D
Firefly
        Em         C
You drew me to you
G         D            Em             C
Your beauty shines and lights up the sky
G      D                  Em       C
And you don-t know it, do you
G        D              Em             C
I wish I could keep you, firefly
G
Firefly

G                 D                Em                    C
I-d like to think I-d be all that you wanted
G                 D           C       D
Not even that is enough...

G    D
Firefly
        Em         C
You drew me to you
G         D            Em             C
Your beauty shines and lights up the sky
G      D                  Em       C
And you don-t know it, do you
G                         D              
I wish I could keep you
Em                      C
I wish I could keep you
G   D  Em  C
Firefly
G
Firefly... 




How to play "Firefly" by Taylor Swift on guitar

Capo Placement and Chords:
- Place a capo on the 3rd fret to match the original song's key.
- The chords used throughout the song are G, D, Em, and C. This chord progression creates
  a soft, reflective tone suitable for the song's introspective nature.

Strumming Pattern:
- The suggested strumming pattern for "Firefly" is down-down-up-up-down-up, which provides
  a gentle and flowing rhythm that complements the lyrical sentiment of the song.
- Maintain a smooth and consistent strumming pattern to keep the emotional depth intact.

Verse and Chorus:
- Start with the G chord and move through D, Em, and C, following the chord progression
  that supports the song’s narrative structure.
- In the verses, focus on delivering the lyrics with clarity and emotion, as the song tells
  a story of ephemeral beauty and the desire to capture fleeting moments.

Bridge:
- The bridge ("I'd like to think I'd be all that you wanted...") might call for a slight
  change in strumming intensity or pattern to differentiate it from the verses and choruses.
- This section should convey a sense of longing and contemplation, which can be emphasized
  through dynamic changes in your playing.

Outro:
- As the song concludes, continue with the established strumming pattern but gradually soften
  your approach to bring a gentle and reflective closure to the performance.
- Let the final chords linger a bit, providing a thoughtful and resonant end to the song.

Common Mistakes:
- Overstrumming can overpower the gentle nature of the song. Keep the strumming light and
  controlled.
- Not paying attention to the emotional delivery of the lyrics, especially in the chorus.
  The song's impact lies in its emotional resonance, which should be conveyed through both
  the lyrics and the guitar accompaniment.

General Tips:
- Practice the chord transitions with the capo on to get comfortable with the finger
  positioning and ensure clean chord changes.
- Regularly check that your guitar remains in tune with the capo, as it can sometimes cause
  slight detuning.

Lyrics Overview:
"Firefly" uses the metaphor of a firefly to explore themes of fleeting beauty and the desire
  to hold onto moments that are inherently transient. The song reflects on the beauty of
  experiences that, like fireflies, light up the sky briefly before disappearing.