WWW.AZCHORDS.COM | Taylor Swift - Never Fade Ukulele | Ver. 1
[Intro]
Em C D G Em C D
Em C D G Em C D
[Verse 1]
Em C D G
I think you fell off of your cloud today
Em C D
You didn't see it coming or did you
Em C D G
You tried to please everybody
Em C D
But the sweet breeze swept you away
[Pre-chorus]
C D
The sun goes down on a good day
C D
Tomorrow is still an unknown
C D
You think you're all alone in this place
C D
I think you're crazy 'cause I still love you baby
[Chorus]
Em C
Oh don't fade away baby
G C D
Blowing in the wind is getting harder to do
Em C
Don't count the days as they leave you
G C D
Count them as you find a day new
Em C D
Don't fade away
N.C.
Never fade
[Verse 2]
Em C D G
Hard to breathe, nobody knows it's you
Em C D
Somebody blows your candle out, ah ah
Em C D G
You wore a mask, now that's broken too
Em C D
Everybody else was everything to you
[Pre-chorus]
C D
The sun goes down on a good day
C D
Tomorrow is still an unknown
C D
You think you're all alone in this place
C D
I think you're crazy 'cause I still love you baby
[Chorus]
Em C
Oh don't fade away baby
G C D
Blowing in the wind is getting harder to do
Em C
Don't count the days as they leave you
G C D
Count them as you find a day new
Em C D
Don't fade away
N.C.
Never fade
[Verse 3]
Em C D G
I think you fell out of the sky today
Em C D
I think you know it's true
Em C D G
You've seen the world, now all you see is me
Em C D
Tell me now baby what are you gonna do
[Chorus]
Em C
Oh don't fade away baby
G C D
Blowing in the wind is getting harder to do
Em C
Don't count the days as they leave you
G C D
Count them as you find a day new
Em C D
Don't fade away
Em C D
Don't fade away
Em C D
Don't fade away
G
Never fade
How to play "Never Fade" by Taylor Swift on ukulele
Chords Used:
- Em chord: Place your ring finger on the 4th fret of the C string, your middle
finger on the 3rd fret of the E string, and your index finger on the 2nd fret of the A string.
- C chord: Place your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the A string.
- D chord: Place your index finger on the 2nd fret of the G string, your middle
finger on the 2nd fret of the C string, and your ring finger on the 2nd fret of the E string.
- G chord: Place your index finger on the 2nd fret of the C string, your middle
finger on the 2nd fret of the A string, and your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the E string.
Strumming Pattern:
Use a gentle yet rhythmic strumming pattern to reflect the song's melodic theme:
Down, Down-Up, Up-Down-Up
Progressions:
- Intro:
Em, C, D, G
Em, C, D
- Verse:
Em, C, D, G
Em, C, D (repeated)
- Pre-Chorus:
C, D
C, D (repeated)
- Chorus:
Em, C, G, C, D
Em, C, G, C, D
Em, C, D
(N.C. - no chord for a moment)
- Outro:
Em, C, D (repeated)
G
Playing Tips:
- Use your fingers to press firmly on the strings, particularly for the Em chord,
to avoid muted notes.
- Transition smoothly between chords to maintain the song's rhythmic flow.
- Emphasize downstrokes in the chorus to highlight the melody.
Common Mistakes:
- Switching between chords too slowly, especially from D to G.
- Not pressing down firmly enough on the A string for the C chord, leading to muted or buzzing notes.
- Inconsistent strumming patterns, leading to uneven dynamics.
Song Meaning:
"Never Fade" reflects themes of vulnerability and hope in the face of challenges.
Taylor Swift encourages a loved one not to give up or fade away, emphasizing the strength
found in love and support. The gentle melody captures the emotional sincerity of the message.
