A Sinners Prayer
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C F
A sinner's prayer is never answered
C G7
A sinner's dreams cannot come true
C F
The one I love now loves another
C G7 C
So sad am I alone and blue
F
Upon my bosom lies your picture
C G7
With tear dimmed eyes I placed it there
C F
Down on my knees I pray to heaven
C G7 C
But angels heed no sinner's prayer
F
A sinner's prayer is never answered
C G7
A sinner's hopes are all in vain
C F
The one I love now loves another
G7 C
I'll never see my love again
F
Dear Lord above please hear my pleading
C G7
Bow not my head in darkness fair
C F
She's all I love she's all I needed
C G7 C
Oh won't you hear a sinner's prayer
How to play A Sinners Prayer
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.