Answer
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[Intro ]chords: C C C C-G G
G-F-C (2x)
(Verse 1)
C G
I will be the answer
F C
At the end of the line.
C G
I will be there for you
F C
While you take the time.
C F
In the burning of uncertainty,
Am C
I will be your solid ground.
D D
I will hold the balance
D G F
If you can't look down.
(Verse 2)
C G
If it takes my whole life
F C
I won't break, I won't bend.
C G
It will all be worth it
F C
Worth it in the end.
C F
Cause I can only tell you what I know,
Am C
That I need you in my life.
D C
When the stars have all gone out
C F G
You'll still be burning so bright.
(Chorus)
C F
Cast me gently
C F
Into morning
C F C F
For the night has been unkind.
C F
Take me to a...
C F
Place so holy...
Am Dm
Where I can wash this from my mind...
G F
The memory of choosing not to fight.
(Verse 3)
C G F
If it takes my whole life
F C
I won't break, I won't bend.
C G F
It will all be worth it,
C
Worth it in the end.
C F
Cause I can only tell you what i know
Am C
That I need you in my life.
D D C
When the stars have all burned out
C F G
You'll still be burning so bright.
(Ending)
C F
Cast me gently
C F
Into morning
C F G C
For the night has been unkind.
How to play Answer
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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.