Taylor Swift - I Heart Question Mark Chords

Tuning: Standard Tuning

Chords:

   G   A   C   D  Em
e|-3---0---0---2---0-|
B|-3---2---1---3---0-|
G|-0---2---0---2---0-|
D|-0---2---2---0---2-|
A|-2---0---3---x---2-|
E|-3---x---x---x---0-|

This was a bonus track if you bought her album


G A C D x2

G
 Wish I had concentrated
A
 They said love was complicated
C                               G
 But it’s something I just fell into
G
 And it was overrated
A
 But just look what I created
C                               D
 I came out alive but I’m black and blue


Em                        A
 Before you ask me if I’m alright
        C                   D
 Think about what I have to do, yeah


G            A
 Wake up and smell the breakup
 C                 D
 Fix my heart, put on my make-up
G        A             C   D
 Another mess I didn’t plan
G                 A
 And I’ll bet you thought you beat me
C               D
 Wish you could only see
           G       A
 I got an "I heart question mark"
 C              D          G A C D x2
 Written on the back of my hand


G                                A
 I’d be fine if you’d just walk by
                             C
 But you had to talk about why
                       G
 You were wrong and I was right
G
 But I can’t believe you made me
 A
 Sit at home, cry like a baby
 C                              D
 Wait right by the phone every night


Em                     A
And now you ask about "you and I"
          C
There’s no "you and I"
         D
Remember what you put me through, I had to


G            A
 Wake up and smell the breakup
 C                 D
 Fix my heart, put on my make-up
G        A             C   D
 Another mess I didn’t plan
G                 A
 And I’ll bet you thought you beat me
C               D
 Wish you could only see
           G       A
 I got an "I heart question mark"
 C              D          G A C D x2
 Written on the back of my hand


Em                         A
 And when you’re home all alone at night
               C                  G            D
 You’ll still wonder why you took everything I had, oh baby
Em                       A                    C
 I haven’t thought about you and I, there’s no you and I
     D       D
 And I know, someday you will


G           A
 Wake up and smell the breakup
C               D
 Realize that we won’t make up
G          A              C       D  
 It didn’t go the way you planned
G                    A
 And you’ll know you didn’t beat me
C              D
 When you look down and see
          G       A
I got an "I heart question mark"
C              D          G    A
Written on the back of my hand
C              D          G    A
Written on the back of my hand
    C       D             G     A
An "I heart question mark" yeah
C              D          G A C D x5 (fading out...)
Written on the back of my hand




How to play "I Heart Question Mark" by Taylor Swift on guitar

Playing the chords:
- This song is played in standard tuning using the chords G, A, C, D, and Em.
- These chords are straightforward and common in many pop songs,
  creating an upbeat and reflective atmosphere.

Chord Voicings:
- Given the easy open chord shapes, transitions between chords should
  be smooth and natural, which helps in maintaining the rhythmic flow of the song.

Intro and Progression:
- Start with the progression G A C D, repeated twice.
- This establishes the energetic yet reflective tone from the start.

Verses:
- The verses alternate between G, A, and C, with occasional shifts to D.
- This chord pattern underpins the storytelling in the lyrics, portraying
  emotional upheaval and realization.

Chorus:
- The chorus amplifies the emotional energy with quicker transitions
  between G, A, C, and D.
- It’s crucial to maintain a robust strumming pattern here to emphasize
  the emotional declaration in the chorus.

Bridge:
- The bridge uses Em, A, C, D to provide a narrative climax and a reflective
  moment, allowing the lyrics to resonate more deeply.

Strumming Pattern:
- A recommended strumming pattern for this song is:
  Down, Down-Up, Up-Down-Up, which provides a steady and driving rhythm
  suitable for the song’s dynamic changes.

Common Mistakes:
- Missing the quick transitions between chords during the chorus can disrupt
  the song's emotional impact.
- Over-strumming can overshadow the lyrics; ensure the strumming complements
  the vocal delivery.

General Tips:
- Pay attention to the dynamics, particularly how they align with the lyrical
  content of overcoming personal struggles.
- Practice the chord transitions to ensure they are clean and timely,
  especially during the faster parts of the chorus.

Lyrics Meaning:
- "I Heart Question Mark" reflects on the personal growth and empowerment
  following a breakup, using the metaphor of the message written on the back
  of the hand to signify reclaiming one's narrative. The song navigates
  through the stages of grief to a concluding sense of self-assurance and
  independence.