Closer
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Intro: B E
B
Feel the breathing in your lungs
E
Lift your face warm against the sun
B
And be not blinded by what you see
E
‘Cause in this moment, we touch eternity
Db
We are coming aware
F#
We are coming aware
B
You are closer, closer
(Ebm Abm)
You are closer, closer
E
Come on, closer than my fear
B
You are closer, closer
(Ebm Abm)
You are closer, closer
E
Come on, let me know You’re near
B
And push away my fear
E
Push away my fear
B
Where can I go, where can I hide
E
You know my every thought and everything inside
B
You’re attracted to the weak
E
My pride’s the only thing that keeps You from me
Abm
We are coming aware
F# E
We are coming aware
Abm B
Well, I’m embarrassed to admit
E
The distance I’ve been feeling
Dbm
Has all been self-imposed
Abm B
So now it’s time to quit
Eb
And let Your nearness in
E F#
No fear will go unopposed
B E
I can feel You in the air
E B
I feel You now
How to play Closer
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 B. 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.