Taylor Swift - Tim Mcgraw Chords

capo: 5


Intro: G Em7 Cadd9 D

G                                Em7
You said the way my blue eyes shined
                             Cadd9           
Put those georgia stars to shame that night
                D
I said thats a lie
G                              Em7
You're just a boy in a chevy truck
                        Cadd9
That had a tendency of gettin stuck
                    D
On back roads at night
           G                  Em7 
And I was right there beside him 
            
All summer long
      Cadd9                    D            
And then the time we woke up to find that summer gone

chorus:
                   G
But when you think Tim McGraw
                     Em7
I hope you think my favorite song
                      Cadd9
The one we danced to all night long
                   D
The moon like a spotlight on the lake
                   G
When you think happiness
                         Em7
I hope you think that little black dress
             Cadd9
Think of my head on your chest
         D 
And my old faded blue jeans
               G               
When you think Tim McGraw
D
I hope you think of me

G                        Em7
September saw a month of tears
                                   Cadd9
And thanking God that you weren't here 
                D
To see me like that
G                        Em7
But in a box beneath my bed 
                  Cadd9
Is a letter that you never read
               D
Three summers back
G                                   Em7
Its hard not to find it all a little bitter sweet
     Cadd9                       D
But lookin back on all of that its nice to believe

chorus:

G
But when you think Tim McGraw
                     Em7
I hope you think my favorite song
                      Cadd9
The one we danced to all night long
                   D
The moon like a spotlight on the lake
                   G
When you think happiness
                         Em7
I hope you think that little black dress
             Cadd9
Think of my head on your chest
         D 
And my old faded blue jeans
               G               
When you think Tim McGraw
D                                G
I hope you think of me


Bridge:
          Em7
Well I'm back for the first time since then
          Cadd9
And I"m standin on your street
               Em7            Cadd9
And there's a letter left on your doorstep 
          D
And the first thing that you read

chorus:
                    G
Is when you think Tim McGraw
                     Em7
I hope you think my favorite song
                          Csdd9
Someday you'll turn your radio on 
           D
I hope it takes you back to that place
                  G
When you think happiness
                        Em7
I hope you think that little black dress
             Cadd9
Think of my head on your chest
        D
And my old faded blue jeans
                 G
When you think Tim McGraw
D                       
I hope you think of me
G           Em7
Oh, think of me
Cadd9     D
ooh
G                               Em7
You said the way my blue eyes shined
                             Cadd9
Put those Georgia stars to shame that night
                 D    G
I said thats a lie





How to play "Tim McGraw" on guitar

[Chords]
- The main chords used are G, Em7, Cadd9, and D.
- Place a capo on the 5th fret to match the original key.

[Intro]
- The intro uses the progression G, Em7, Cadd9, D.
- Strum each chord with a down-up-down-up pattern to set the tempo.

[Verse 1]
- Start with G, moving to Em7, Cadd9, and D.
- Strum each chord with a steady down-up-down-up pattern.
- Focus on smooth transitions between chords.

[Chorus]
- The chorus follows the progression G, Em7, Cadd9, D.
- Use the same strumming pattern as the verse.
- Emphasize the lyrical content with dynamic strumming, especially 
  on lines like "When you think Tim McGraw."

[Verse 2]
- Similar to the first verse, using G, Em7, Cadd9, and D.
- Keep the strumming and transitions smooth.
- Maintain the gentle, flowing feel.

[Bridge]
- The bridge uses Em7, Cadd9, Em7, and D.
- Strum gently to match the reflective tone of the lyrics.
- Build intensity as the bridge progresses, leading back into the 
  final chorus.

[Outro]
- Repeat the chorus chords: G, Em7, Cadd9, D.
- End on G, allowing it to ring out for a resolved finish.

[Common Mistakes]
- Ensure each chord is clear and free of buzzes.
- Avoid rushing through the chord transitions; keep them smooth and even.

[General Tips]
- Tuning: Make sure your guitar is in standard tuning and the capo is 
  placed on the 5th fret.
- Practice the chord transitions separately to ensure fluidity.
- Start slow to master the strumming pattern and chord changes, 
  then gradually increase speed.

[Song Facts]
"Tim McGraw" is a track from Taylor Swift's self-titled debut album, released 
in 2006. The song is a nostalgic reflection on a past relationship, using 
the music of Tim McGraw as a symbol of the memories shared. It was Swift's 
debut single and helped establish her as a significant new voice in country 
music.

[Artist Biography]
Taylor Swift is an American singer-songwriter known for her narrative 
songwriting and genre versatility. She began her career in country music 
and successfully transitioned to pop. Swift has won numerous awards, 
including several Grammys, and has a global fanbase. Her autobiographical 
lyrics and innovative approach to music have made her one of the most 
influential artists of her generation.