Dead Man Walking
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Intro: G C G C
verse 1
G C G
Heaven knows I’m a broken man
C D G
These tired bones they can barely stand
C G
In the ways of the world oh I lay my grave
C D G
To the darkest of nights when You call my name
[Refrão] C G
Your love Your love oh it set me free
C D G
Oh no guilt no shame got a hold on me
C G
Your love Your love well it opened my eyes
C D G
I was a dead man walking till You gave me life
verse 2
C G
Grace it comes with a price I’m told
C D G
Took the light of the world just to save my soul
C G
But in the valley of the shadow of the cross you’ll find
C D G
Oh no brokenness when I come alive
[Refrão] C G
Your love Your love oh it set me free
C D G
Oh no guilt no shame got a hold on me
C G
Your love Your love well it opened my eyes
C D G
I was a dead man walking till You gave me life
BRIDGE
G D G C D
Your love broke the chain
G C D
And I’m free from the guilt and shame
G C D G
Love opened my eyes
[Refrão] C G
Oh Your love Your love it set me free
C D G
Oh no guilt no shame got a hold on me
C Em
Your love Your love well it opened my eyes
C D
I was a dead man walking till Lord
C D
I was a dead man walking till Lord
C D
I was a dead man walking till Lord
C G/B Am G
You gave me life
How to play Dead Man Walking
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is G. 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.