A Child Is Born
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Bbm
a child is born
Ebm/Bb Bm7
we've suddenly stepped through
Eb6/Bb
a thousand doors
Bbm
a child is born
Eb/Bb
her chin is like mine
Am7 D7/9+
her eyes are yours
Gm7 D7+ Gm7 D7+
how perfectly formed are her fingers
Gm7 C9
so far to reach
F#m7 F7
so much to know
Bbm D7+ Ab9
what world will be formed by her fingers?
F7+
we'll hold her close
Gb6 C9
then let her go
Bb/F Gb6 Gm7 C9 F#m7 F7
how sweet to find a part of us that we knew nothing of
Fm7 F7
a child is born
Bbm7 Eb Bbm
a child that is born of our love
How to play A Child Is Born
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Bbm. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.