WWW.AZCHORDS.COM | Taylor Swift - Sparks Fly Chords | Ver. 1
Tuning: Capo on 5th
Am F C G Bm G D A
e|-0--1--0--3-| or e|-2--3--2--0-| (capo on 3rd)
B|-1--1--1--3-| B|-3--3--3--2-|
G|-2--2--0--0-| G|-4--0--2--2-|
D|-2--3--2--0-| D|-4--0--0--2-|
A|-0--3--3--2-| A|-2--2--x--0-|
E|-x--1--x--3-| E|-2--3--x--x-|
I still can't find any videos of this. I don't know how Taylor plays it
but hearing the studio version now I almost wonder if the capo is on 1st
and the chords are "open" C#m A E and B... If anyone wants to let me know
which "version" (capo placing) they think sounds closest to the original,
feel free, I'd like to hear some other opinions.
Am F C G x2
Am F
The way you move is like a full on rainstorm
C G
And I'm a house of cards
Am F
You're the kind of reckless that should send me running
C G
But I kinda know that I won't get far
F G
And you stood there in front of me just
C G Am
Close enough to touch
F G
Close enough to hope you couldn't see what I was thinking of
Am
Drop everything now
F
Meet me in the pouring rain
C
Kiss me on the sidewalk
G
Take away the pain
Am F C G
'Cause I see, sparks fly whenever you smile
Am
Get me with those green eyes, baby
F
As the lights go down
C G
Give me something that'll haunt me when you're not around
Am F C G Am F C G
'Cause I see, sparks fly whenever you smile
Am F
My mind forgets to remind me
C G
You're a bad idea
Am F
You touch me once and it's really something
C G
You find I'm even better than you imagined I would be
F G
I'm on my guard for the rest of the world
C G Am
But with you I know it's no good
F
And I could wait patiently but
G
I really wish you would
Am
Drop everything now
F
Meet me in the pouring rain
C
Kiss me on the sidewalk
G
Take away the pain
Am F C G
'Cause I see, sparks fly whenever you smile
Am
Get me with those green eyes, baby
F
As the lights go down
C G
Give me something that'll haunt me when you're not around
Am F C G Am F C G
'Cause I see, sparks fly whenever you smile
Am F
I run my fingers through your hair
C G
And watch the lights go wild
Am F
Just keep on keeping your eyes on me
C G
It's just wrong enough to make it feel right
Am F
And lead me up the staircase
C G
Won't you whisper soft and slow
Am F C G
I'm captivated by you baby like a fireworks show
Am
Drop everything now
F
Meet me in the pouring rain
C
Kiss me on the sidewalk
G
Take away the pain
Am F C G
'Cause I see, sparks fly whenever you smile
Am
Get me with those green eyes, baby
F
As the lights go down
C G
Give me something that'll haunt me when you're not around
Am F C G Am F
'Cause I see, sparks fly whenever you smile
C G Am F C G Am
And the sparks fly, baby smile, and the sparks fly
How to play "Sparks Fly" on guitar by Taylor Swift:
Chords (with Capo on 5th fret):
Am: x02210
F: 133211 (or x33211)
C: x32010
G: 320003
Structure:
Intro: Am, F, C, G (x2)
Verse 1: Am, F, C, G
Pre-Chorus: F, G, C, G, Am, F, G
Chorus: Am, F, C, G
Strumming Pattern:
Use a down-down-up-up-down-up pattern for a rhythmic, driving feel.
Add a slight pause after each downstroke to emphasize the beat.
Breakdown:
Intro:
Play Am to F, then C to G twice to set the tempo.
Verse 1:
Am to F to C to G.
Strum lightly and maintain a steady rhythm for the storytelling lyrics.
Pre-Chorus:
Start with F to G, then C to G to Am.
Finish with F to G to build into the chorus.
Chorus:
Am to F to C and then G.
Strum with more energy to convey the excitement of "sparks fly."
Bridge:
Follow the same progression as the pre-chorus: Am, F, C, G.
Gradually build intensity before returning to the chorus.
Common Mistakes:
Capo Position: Ensure the capo is firmly on the 5th fret.
Chord Transitions: Practice switching between Am and F.
Song Facts:
"Sparks Fly" is an upbeat song that captures the thrill of infatuation and chemistry.
Taylor Swift often played it live before its release on the Speak Now album.