Benediction
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capo 1
Intro:
E F#m A E x2
verse 1:
E F#m A E
May all of your days shine brightly
F#m E
And your nights blessed with peace
F#m E
Wherever you lay down to sleep
E F#m
And all things are made good
A E
For those who believe
F#m E
May you grow from a seed
F#m E
Into a strong, fruitful tree
[Refrão] A E
As the days unfold
F#m E
Hold your breath to see
A E F#m
Life is a mystery
A E
And joy, it is severe
F#m E
When the way is rough and steep
A E F#m
But love will make your days complete
E F#m A E x2
verse 2:
E F#m A E
And may the work of your hands help those in need
F#m E
Befriend the lonely, serve the weak
F#m E
And forgive enemies
E F#m A E
And if you find true love, one day marry
F#m E
Bear a child from your seed
F#m E
Help it to grow into a tree
[Refrão] A E
As the days unfold
F#m E
Hold your breath to see
A E F#m
Life is a mystery
A E
And joy, it is severe
F#m E
When the way is rough and steep
A E F#m
But love will make your days complete
E F#m A E x3
How to play Benediction
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.