Taylor Swift - Highway Dont Care Chords

(intro)
2x
D   Bm   G     A


(verse)
D                                                      Bm
  Bet your window's rolled down and your hair's pulled back
      G                                        A
And I bet you got no idea you're going way too fast
       D
You're trying not to think about what went wrong
Bm
Trying not to stop 'til you get where you goin'
G                                                    A 
You're trying to stay awake so I bet you turn on the radio
A
And the song goes



(chorus)
D                                                   Bm
I can't live without you, I can't live without you, baby
G                                                   A 
I can't live without you, I can't live without you, baby, baby
D
The highway won't hold you tonight
Bm
The highway don't know you're alive
G                                    A
The highway don't care if you're all alone
A
But I do, I do.
    D
The highway won't dry your tears
    Bm
The highway don't need you here
    G                                   A
The highway don't care if you're coming home
A                D
But I do, I do.


(verse)
D                                               Bm
I bet you got a dead cell phone in your shotgun seat
        G                                          A
Yeah, I bet you're bending God's ear talking 'bout me.
       D
You're trying not to let the first tear fall out
Bm   
Trying not to think about turning around
G                                                           A
You're trying not to get lost in the sound but that song is always always on
A
So you sing along


(chorus)
D                                                   Bm
I can't live without you, I can't live without you, baby
G                                                   A 
I can't live without you, I can't live without you, baby, baby
D
The highway won't hold you tonight
Bm
The highway don't know you're alive
G                                    A
The highway don't care if you're all alone
A
But I do, I do.
    D
The highway won't dry your tears
    Bm
The highway don't need you here
    G                                   A
The highway don't care if you're coming home
A
But I do, I do.


(instrumental-bridge)
D   Bm   G   A,  D   Bm   G   A,


D                                                   Bm
I can't live without you, I can't live without you, baby
G                                              A
I can't live without I can't live without you, baby, oh baby
D
The highway don't care
Bm
The highway don't care
    G                   A
The highway don't care
A
But I do, I do.


(sung simultaneously)
D                                                   Bm
I can't live without you, I can't live without you, baby
(The            highway            don't care,       The     highway    don't    care,)
G                                                   A 
I can't live without you, I can't live without you, baby, oh baby   
(The            highway            don't care,            but I do, I do.)
D                                                   Bm
I can't live without you, I can't live without you, baby
(The            highway            don't care,       The     highway    don't    care,)
G                                                   A
I can't live without you, I can't live without you, baby, oh baby   
(The            highway            don't care,            but I do, I do.)
D                                                   Bm
I can't live without you, I can't live without you, baby
(The            highway            don't care,       The     highway    don't    care,)
G                                                   A
I can't live without you, I can't live without you, baby, oh baby   
(The            highway            don't care,            but I do, I do.)
 

(instrumental)
D   Bm   G   A,  D   Bm   G   A,


(out)
D
I can't live without you, I can't live without you, baby





How to play "Highway Don't Care" on guitar

Intro:
- Chord Progression: D, Bm, G, A
- Play this sequence twice, with each chord given a full measure. Use a 
  steady rhythm, focusing on a smooth transition between chords.

Verse:
- Chords: D, Bm, G, A
- Strumming Pattern: Use a regular down-up pattern to keep the rhythm flowing.
- Pay attention to lyrical delivery to match the emotional tone of the song.

Chorus:
- Chord Progression: D, Bm, G, A
- Strumming Pattern: Strum more forcefully here to emphasize the chorus's emotional
  weight.
- Highlight: "The highway won't hold you tonight" and subsequent lines should be 
  played with a touch of emphasis to reflect the song's poignant themes.

Instrumental-Bridge:
- Same chords as the intro and verse (D, Bm, G, A).
- This is played twice and can be a good moment to experiment with dynamics,
  perhaps softening the first pass and intensifying the second.

Simultaneous Singing Section:
- Chords: D, Bm, G, A
- Here, the vocals are layered with different lyrics over the same chord progression.
  Maintain a consistent strumming pattern to support the complexity of the vocal layering.

Outro:
- Conclude with the chords D, Bm, G, A, and end on D.
- Slow down slightly on the final chord to give a clear signal of the song's end.

General Tips:
- Keep your strumming hand relaxed to ensure a smooth rhythm throughout.
- Practice the transitions between D and Bm, as they can be pivotal in maintaining
  the song's flow.
- Ensure the guitar is well-tuned before playing to match the song’s original key.

Lyrics Meaning:
"Highway Don't Care" metaphorically describes the indifference of the world
(the highway) compared to personal connections and emotions. The lyrics
express deep care and concern contrasting with the impersonal nature of the
highway, highlighting themes of love, concern, and emotional presence.