A City On A Hill
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Intro: C G/B Am G/B
verse 1:
C G/B
Blessed are the poor for the kingdom is yours
Am G F G
Blessed when you mourn, there's comfort in His arms
C G/B
Blessed are the meek with the world at your feet
Am G
Blessed when it's righteousness that you seek
F
It's beautiful
G
Beautiful
Pre-Chorus
F
Like a city on a hill
G
Lighting up the night
F
For the glory of the Lord
G/B
Rise and shine
We will
[Refrão]
C G/B Am
Shine
G F
Light of the world
C
we can't hide it
F G
This beautiful light it
C G/B Am
Shines
G F
For all of the world
C F
To believe we can be
G
A city on a hill
verse 2:
C G/B
Blessed when you're merciful, you'll find grace
Am G/B F G
Blessed are the pure, you'll see the face of God
C G/B
Blessed are you making peace on earth
Am G/B
Blessed when you follow, even when it hurts
F
It's beautiful
G
Beautiful
Pre-Chorus
F
Like a city on a hill
G
Lighting up the night
F
For the glory of the Lord
G/B
Rise and shine
We will
[Refrão]
C G/B Am
Shine
G F
Light of the world
C
we can't hide it
F G
This beautiful light it
C G/B Am
Shines
G F
For all of the world
C F
To believe we can be
G
A city on a hill
Bridge:
C G F G
For the glory of The Lord -- Rise and shine (3)
C G F
For the glory of The Lord
G
The glory of the Lord
How to play A City On A Hill
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 C. 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.