Be Near Me
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F#m D A
I follow all the rules
F#m D A
Well, at least I'm trying
F#m D A
Hoping when my days are through
F#m D A
You'll be pleased
F#m D A
I've lived the longest days
F#m D A
Thinking my heart was so bad
F#m D A
Too scared to look in Your face
F#m D A
Oh, if only I had
E
And is it alright
F#m
If I stay here all night
Bm A/C# D
By the shoreline
[Refrão]
F#m D A E
I cannot believe You are angry or unjust
F#m D A E
You have done nothing but have compassion on us
F#m D A E
So be near when I've given up
F#m D A
Be near me
F#m D A
I'm just like everyone else
F#m D A
We are all hiding
F#m D A
Acting like I have a wealth
F#m D A
Of knowledge and peace
F#m D A
But all I've ever wanted
F#m D A
And what men have given their lives for
F#m D A F#m
Is a God who understands my weaknesses
D A
A God that I can love
E
And is it alright
F#m
If I stay here all night
Bm
By the shoreline
(Refrão)
F#m D A F#m D A
F#m D A E
I believe You are good and righteous
F#m D A E
You've given me Your reckless love
F#m D A E F#m D A E
So be near, be near...
E
And is it alright
F#m
If I stay here all night
Bm
By the shoreline
F#m D A E
I cannot believe You are angry or unjust
F#m D A E
You have done nothing but have compassion on us
(Refrão)
F#m D A E
Be near...
F#m D A
Be near me.
How to play Be Near Me
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 F#m. 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.