Reputation chords
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[Intro]
G A D
G A Bm D
[Chorus]
G A
Take my own life just to save yours
A D G
Drink it all down just to throw it up
G A Bm D
Take my own life just to save yours (Just to save yours)
G A
Take my own life just to save yours
A D G
I got a reputation that I can't deny
G A Bm D
You're the superstar, entertain us (Entertain us)
[Bridge]
G A D G
Entertain us, but please, don't wake me up
G A Bm D G
I betrayed us, but us don't give a fuck
G A D G
Kill myself today, kill it all away
G A Bm D G
Broken path I made , please, just stay away
[Verse 1]
G A
I know I fucked up before, but I won't do it again
A D G
And I got a lot of things that I wish I would've said
G A Bm
And I'm the same damn fool, and I'm wearin' that hat again
Bm D G
I know I fucked up and I can't make it right
[Verse 2]
G
Watch yourself, I can't slow down
A D
This is who I am, can't be anyonе else, so
G A
Don't let mе go, save yourself
Bm D
Just save yourself, just save yourself
G
I was born to raise hell, I was born to take pills
A D
I was born to chase mills, I was born to cave in
G A
I was born to fuck hoes, I was born to fuck up
Bm D
I was born, what a shame
[Chorus]
G A
Take my own life just to save yours
A D G
Drink it all down just to throw it up
G A Bm D
Take my own life just to save yours (Just to save yours)
G A
Take my own life just to save yours
A D G
I got a reputation that I can't deny
G A Bm D
You're the superstar, entertain us (Entertain us)
[Outro]
G
Cut my thumb up, count my check, count my check
A D
Let me choke on my cigarettes, cigarettes
G
Cut my thumb up, count my check, count my check
A D
Let me choke on my cigarettes and heavy debt
How to play "Reputation" by Post Malone on guitar
The song is mostly composed of open chords. Maintain the song's
rhythm by ensuring seamless chord transitions.
[Intro]:
- Begin with G, A, and D chords. strumming each chord steadily.
- For the progression G A Bm D, make sure Bm is a barre chord.
[Chorus]
- Strumming: Maintain a steady down-up strumming pattern.
- Emphasize the downbeats to keep a steady pace.
Chord Transitions:
- G to A: Slide your middle and index fingers up one string each.
- A to D: Slide your index finger down and arrange your other fingers accordingly.
- G to Bm: This switch needs you to bar the second fret for Bm.
- Bm to D: Raise the barre and position your fingers for D.
[Bridge]
- G to A and D: Continue strumming steadily.
- A to Bm: Emphasize the barre chord change.
[Verse 1.]
- G to A: Keep your fingers near to the fretboard, like you did during the chorus.
- A to D: Practice slowing down before speeding up to ensure smooth transitions.
- G to Bm: The barre chord technique is key here.
[Verse 2.]
- G to A and D: As before, practice effortlessly transitioning your
fingers between chords.
- G to Bm: Emphasize barre chord practice.
[Outro]
- Follow the established strumming pattern from G to A to D.
- Strumming forcefully to match the emotional climax of the song will
result in a powerful outro.
Common Mistakes:
- Not pressing hard enough on the Bm barre chord, resulting in subdued notes.
- Moving too slowly between chords, disturbing the rhythm.
- Inconsistent strumming patterns disrupt the song's flow.
Post Malone's "Reputation" explores themes of self-sacrifice and
the constraints of celebrity. The words express personal problems
and a sense of duty to others, even at personal expense. Post Malone,
noted for combining genres, generally explores themes of introspection
and vulnerability. This song exemplifies his ability to connect
with listeners on a deep emotional level.