[Verse 1]
F#m7 D
Lilac short skirt, the one that fits me like skin
A
Did your research, you knew the price going in
F#m7
And I'll tell you one thing, honey
D
I can tell when somebody still wants me, come clean
A
Standing at the bar like something's funny, bubbly
Once you fix your face, I'm going in (Yeah)
[Chorus]
A/C#
Whether I'm gonna be your wife, or
D
Gonna smash up your bike, I haven't decided yet
A
But I'm gonna get you back
A
Whether I'm gonna curse you out, or
A
Take you back to my house, I haven't decidеd yet
A/C#
But I'm gonna get you back
[Post-Chorus]
D
I-I hear thе whispers in your eyes
A
Oh, make you wanna think twice
E
You'll find that you were never not mine (You're mine)
[Verse 2]
F#m7 D
Small talk, big walk, act like I don't care what you did
A
I'm an Aston Martin that you steered straight into the ditch
Then ran and hid
F#m7
And I'll tell you one thing, honey
D
I can take the upper hand and touch your body
A
Flip the script and leave you like a dumb house party
Or I might just love you 'til the end (Ah-ah-ah)
[Chorus]
A/C#
Whether I'm gonna be your wife, or
D
Gonna smash up your bike, I haven't decided yet
A
But I'm gonna get you back
A
Whether I'm gonna curse you out, or
Pull you into the closet, I haven't decided yet
A/C#
But I'm gonna get you back
[Post-Chorus]
D
I-I hear thе whispers in your eyes
A
Oh, make you wanna think twice
E
You'll find that you were never not mine (You're mine)
[Bridge]
A/C#
I can feel it coming, honey, in the way you move
D
Push the reset button, we're becoming something new
A
Say you got somebody else, say, "I got someone too"
A
Even if it's handcuffed, I'm leaving here with you
A/C#
Bygones will be bygone, eras fading into grey (Fading into grey)
D N.C.
Rebuild all the pieces, but still wanna play the game (Oh)
A
Told my friends I hate you, but I love you just the same
E
Pick your poison, babe, I'm poison either way (Ha)
[Chorus]
N.C.
Whether I'm gonna be your wife, or
D N.C.
Gonna smash up your bike, I haven't decided yet
A
But I'm gonna get you back
A
Whether I'm gonna curse you out, or
A
Take you back to my house, I haven't decided yet
A/C#
But I'm gonna get you back
[Post-Chorus]
D
I-I hear thе whispers in your eyes
A
Oh, make you wanna think twice
E
You'll find that you were never not mine
N.C.
I'm gonna get you back
How to play "imgonnagetyouback" by Taylor Swift on guitar
This song primarily uses the chords F#m7, D, A, A/C#, and E. It's structured with
verses, choruses, and a bridge, creating a dynamic emotional progression. Here's
a detailed guide on playing these chords and mastering the song's transitions.
Chords Used:
- F#m7: 2x2220
- D: xx0232
- A: x02220
- A/C#: x4222x
- E: 022100
Verse and Chorus:
- The song starts with the F#m7 chord, setting a reflective mood.
- Transition to D chord smoothly; ensure fingers are positioned correctly to
avoid muting adjacent strings.
- The A and A/C# chords are central to the melody, providing a bright, open sound.
Strumming Pattern:
- Use a steady down-up pattern. Emphasize the first downstroke of each measure
to highlight the beat and maintain rhythm.
- During emotional lyrics, you might switch to a softer strum or even pick
individual notes to emphasize the words.
Transition Tips:
- Moving from A to A/C# requires maintaining the base finger position while
shifting the bass note. Practice this switch to ensure a fluid motion.
- For the transition between the verse and chorus, maintain rhythmic consistency;
the emotional impact of the song relies on seamless transitions.
Bridge:
- The bridge introduces a slight variation with the use of the N.C. (no chord)
technique, which focuses attention on the lyrics and creates a dramatic pause.
- Practice the D to A transition, as it recurs frequently and anchors the bridge.
Common Mistakes:
- Rushing the tempo. This song's emotional weight is best conveyed at a moderate
pace.
- Not fully pressing down on the F#m7 chord can lead to a buzzing sound. Ensure
each string rings clearly.
- Overlooking the dynamics. Vary your strumming intensity to match the song's
emotional highs and lows.
Song Meaning:
This track uses vivid metaphors to explore themes of conflict and reconciliation
in a relationship. It portrays a mix of defiance and vulnerability, expressing
both the hurt and the desire to mend things, encapsulated in the refrain "But I'm
gonna get you back."
Practice each section slowly, focus on clean transitions, and pay attention to
the song's emotional depth to effectively convey its message through your
performance.