Taylor Swift - Irreplaceable Chords

Standard tuning
w/ capo on 1

(Intro while she's talking)
G  D  Am  C  G  D  Am  C  G  D  Am  C -once

G
To the left, to the left
D
Everything you own in the box to the left
Am          
In the closet that's my stuff - Yes
C -once,stop-
If I bought it- please don't touch 
G
And keep talking that mess, that's fine
D
But could you walk and talk at the same time and
Am
It's my mine name that's on that tag
C
So come here with your bags let me call you a cab


C *once,ring out*                       
Standing in the front yard telling me
Em* 
How I'm such a fool - Talking about
C*                                   D*
How I'll never ever find a man like you
                  G
It's got me twisted


                                D    
You must not know about me, you must not know about me
             Am                
I could have another you in a minute
            C                                 G
And matter fact he'll be here in a minute - baby
                                D
You must not know about me, you must not know about me
           Am
I can have another you by tomorrow
          C                        D -once                       G  
Don't you ever for a second get to thinking you're irreplaceable


(G)
So go ahead and get gone
D -once,stop
Call up that chick and see if she's home
  Am
Oops, I bet ya thought that I didn't know
C                                            G
What did you think I was putting you out for?
(G)
It's 'cause you was untrue 
D -once,stop                                   Am
Rolling her around in a truck that I bought youOO
                    C
Baby drop them keys hurry up before your taxi leaves


C *once,ring out*                       
Standing in the front yard telling me
Em*
How I'm such a fool - Talking about
C*                                 D*
How I'll never ever find a man like you
                       G
And it's got me twisted

                                D    
You must not know about me, you must not know about me
                    Am                
'Cause I could have another you in a minute
                C                              G
And matter fact he'll be here in a minute - baby
                                D
You must not know about me, you must not know about me
            Am
I can have another you by tomorrow
          C                        D -once, ring out                                            
Don't you ever for a second get to thinking..... 
                G -once, let ring out              
You're irreplaceable yeah




How to play "Irreplaceable" on guitar

Playing Style: The song "Irreplaceable" by Taylor Swift (originally by Beyoncé)
features a mid-tempo rhythm with a mix of strumming and chord stops that
emphasize the lyrics' assertive and empowering message. The capo on the
1st fret brings the guitar to a higher pitch, aligning with the original
tuning of the song.

Chords Used:
- G (G major)
- D (D major)
- Am (A minor)
- C (C major)
- Em (E minor)

Intro and Verse:
- Start with the progression G, D, Am, C, repeated as the base for the
verses. Strum these chords in a steady rhythm to build the foundation
of the song.
- In the verses, emphasize the chord stops on C when the lyrics call
for a pause, such as "If I bought it, please don’t touch." This creates
a dramatic effect that highlights the lyrical content.

Chorus:
- The chorus starts with a C chord that rings out, leading into Em and
C, and finishing on D. This progression underpins the powerful
message of self-worth and independence in the chorus.
- Strum more forcefully here to convey the emotional strength of the
lyrics, "You must not know about me, I could have another you in a
minute."

Bridge:
- Use a minimal strumming pattern on the C, letting the chord ring out
before moving to Em, which should also be allowed to resonate. This
part of the song is emotionally charged and reflective.
- The bridge leads back into the assertive chorus, emphasizing the
narrative of moving on and empowerment.

Outro:
- Conclude with the G chord, letting it ring out as the song ends on
the strong and final declaration of independence, aligning with the
last lyric, "You're irreplaceable."

General Tips:
- Ensure clean transitions between chords, particularly where the song
requires a stop or a chord to ring out, to maintain the musicality
and emotional impact.
- Practice the dynamic changes between the verses and chorus to enhance
the storytelling of the song.
- Pay attention to the lyrical cues for dramatic pauses and stops,
which are crucial for delivering the message of the song.

Common Mistakes:
- Rushing through the chord changes and not allowing chords to ring out
where indicated can disrupt the flow and impact of the song.
- Over-strumming in the verses can overshadow the lyrics; keep the
strumming controlled and focused on enhancing the words.

Lyrics Meaning:
"Irreplaceable" is a song about self-respect and empowerment following
a breakup. It emphasizes the protagonist's realization of their worth
and the assertion that no one is indispensable, encouraging a strong
sense of independence and self-value.