Amazing Grace
View chords used in this chart
Intro
D
Amazing Grace
G D
How sweet the sound
A
That saved a wretch like me
D G D
I once was lost, but now am found
Bm A D
Was blind but now I see
Verse: 1
D G D
T'was Grace that taught my heart to fear
A
And Grace, my fears relieved
D G D
How precious did that grace appear
Bm A G D
The hour I first believed
Verse: 2
D G D
Through many dangers, toils and snares
A
I have already come
D G D
His grace has kept me safe thus far
Bm A G D
And grace will lead me home
Verse: 3
D G D
The Lord has promised good to me
A
His word my hope secures
D G D
He will my shield and portion be
Bm A G D
As long as life endures
Verse: 4
D G D
When we've been there ten thousand years
A
Bright shining as the sun
D G D
We've no less days to sing God's praise
Bm A G D
Than when we first begun
Outro:D G D A D G D Bm A G A D
How to play Amazing Grace
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 D. 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.