Amazing Grace
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E E7 A E B7
Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound That saved a wretch like me!
E E7 A E B7 E
I once was lost but now am found Was blind but now I see.
E E7 A E B7
'Twas Grace that taught my heart to fear and grace my fears relieved.
E E7 A E B7 E
How precious did that Grace appear the hour I first believed!
E E7 A E B7
Through many dangers, toils and snares I have already come.
E E7 A E B7 E
"Tis Grace hath brought me safe thus far and grace will lead me home.
E E7 A E B7
The Lord has promis'd good to me, His word my hope secures;

E E7 A E B7 E
He will my shield and portion be
 as long as life endures.
E E7 A E B7
When we've been there ten thousand years, Bright shining as the sun
E E7 A E B7 E
We've no less days to sing God's praise than when we first begun.
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 E. 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.