Christmas Is Holy
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Intro
C G7 C
(Christmas is holy not a holiday)
G7 C
There's a word we often mention all along life's weary way
G7
It's the day that's made to praise the one unseen
C G7 C
It's been changed from holy to a holiday
G7 C
And we seldom stop to think of what it means
F C F G7
But it's holy holy not a holiday holy holy not a holiday
C G7 C
So stop and think dear brother as you celebrate this day
G7 C
Christmas is holy not a holiday
G7 C G7
I wonder how my Savior feels to look down on this earth
C G7 C
And watch people fuss and fight and grip about their meals
G7 C
How they celebrate His birth
F C F G7
But it's holy holy not a holiday holy holy not a holiday
C G7 C
So stop and think dear brother as you celebrate this day
G7 C
Christmas is holy not a holiday
F C F G7
But it's holy holy not a holiday holy holy not a holiday
C G7 C
So stop and think dear brother as you celebrate this day
G7 C
Christmas is holy not a holiday
How to play Christmas Is Holy
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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.