[Verse 1]
Dm F
The who's who of who's that
Am G
Is poised for the attack
Dm F
But my bare hands paved their paths
C N.C. G N.C. F N.C. Dm F
You don't get to tell me about sad
Am G Dm F
If you wanted me dead, you should have just said
G N.C.
Nothing makes me feel more alive
[Chorus]
C
So I leap from the gallows
G Dm
And I levitate down your street
F
Crash the party like a record scratch
C G Dm F N.C.
As I scream, "Who's afraid of little old me?"
Am C F
You should be
C G Dm
[Verse 2]
Dm F
The scandal was contained
Am G
The bullet had just grazed
Dm F
At all costs, keep your good name
C N.C. G N.C. F N.C. Dm F
You don't get to tell me you feel bad
Am
Is it a wonder I broke?
G Dm F
Let's hear one more joke
G N.C.
Then we can all just laugh until I cry
[Chorus]
C
So I leap from the gallows
G Dm
And I levitate down your street
F
Crash the party like a record scratch
C G Dm F
As I scream, "Who's afraid of little old me?"
C
I was tame, I was gentle
G Dm
Till the circus life made me mean
F C
"Don't you worry, folks, we took out all her teeth"
G Dm F
Who's afraid of little old me?
C
Well, you should be (You should be)
G
You should be (You should be)
Dm F
You should be
C
You should be (You should be)
G
You should be (You should be)
Dm F
You should be
[Bridge]
Am G F
So tell me everything is not about me
C G/B Am
But what if it is?
Am G F
Then say they didn't do it to hurt me
C G/B
But what if they did?
Dm F
I want to snarl and show you just how disturbed this has made me
Am G
You wouldn't last an hour in the asylum where they raised me
Dm F
So all you kids can sneak into my house with all the cobwebs
Am G
I'm always drunk on my own tears
Dm F
Isn't that what they all said?
C G Dm
That I'll sue you if you step on my lawn
C G Dm
That I'm fearsome and I'm wretched and I'm wrong
C G Dm
Put narcotics into all of my songs
C G Dm
And that's why you're still singing along
[Chorus]
C
So I leap from the gallows
G Dm
And I levitate down your street
F
Crash the party like a record scratch
C G Dm F
As I scream, "Who's afraid of little old me?"
C
I was tame, I was gentle
G Dm
Till the circus life made me mean
F C
"Don't you worry, folks, we took out all her teeth"
G Dm F
Who's afraid of little old me?
C
Well, you should be (You should be)
G
You should be (You should be)
Dm F
You should be
[Outro]
C
'Cause you lured me
G
And you hurt me
Dm F
And you taunt me
C
You caged me
G Dm F
And then you called me crazy
C G Dm F
I am what I am 'cause you trained me
C G Dm F
So who's afraid of me?
C G Dm F
Who's afraid of little old me?
C G Dm F
Who's afraid of little old me?
How to play "Who's Afraid Of Little Old Me?" by Taylor Swift on guitar
[Verse Chords]
- Chord Progression: Dm F Am G
- This progression provides a moody and intense backdrop for the lyrics,
highlighting the song's darker narrative.
[Chord Details]
- Dm Minor: Open chord.
- F Major: Barre chord on the 1st fret or an open chord.
- Am Minor: Open chord.
- G Major: Open chord.
- C Major: Open chord.
[Strumming Pattern]
- Suggested Pattern: Down, Down-Up, Up-Down-Up
- This pattern gives a somewhat erratic yet controlled rhythm that aligns
well with the song's dramatic theme.
[Chorus Chords]
- Chord Progression: C G Dm F
- Here, the rhythm can be more pronounced with stronger downstrokes to
emphasize the declarative and confrontational lyrics of the chorus.
[Common Mistakes]
- Not maintaining the intensity of the strumming during the chorus, which
can diminish the emotional impact.
- Fumbling the transition between the minor and major chords. Practice
these transitions to ensure they are smooth and natural.
[General Tips]
- Pay attention to the dynamics of the song, especially during the bridge
where the lyrics become particularly biting and reflective.
- Use the bridge to explore more varied strumming or picking patterns to
mirror the intensifying narrative.
[Bridge Chords]
- Chord Progression: Am G F C G/B Am G F C G/B Dm F Am G Dm F
- The bridge features more complex progressions and provides a pivotal
emotional climax to the song. Emphasize this with dynamic changes in
your playing.
[Lyrics Meaning]
- "Who's Afraid Of Little Old Me?" delves into themes of mistreatment,
revenge, and transformation. It portrays a narrative of someone who
has been vilified and ostracized, questioning the fear and fascination
they inspire in others. The song's intense lyrics challenge the listener
to reconsider their perceptions of the protagonist, blending defiance
with a touch of dark humor.
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