Diamond Sun
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Intro: G C
G
When they came to this land
C
We gave our friendship
G
Gave them our hands
C
But it was never to be
Oh! You must bow down
They said "Fall to your knees"
Am D
Oh! Diamond sun has to burn
Oh! Are we never to learn
G C D C D C
Love gives life and life is love
Gm
But what have we done
G
We have walked on this earth
Cm
Since the first star was shining
C
And the moon had its birth
G
But as with the shadows of lonely trees
C
We are in bondage
But are hearts are still free
Am D
Still diamond sun has to burn
Oh! Are we never to learn
G C D C D C
Love gives life and life is love
Bb C
Still diamond sun has to burn
Dm
In my heart I believe
C
Someday the sun will shine
And you shall be free
G
And bless our children as they're put to the test
C
You'll hear the heartbeat of a nation's unrest
A D
Oh! Diamond sun has to burn
Oh! Are we never to learn
How to play Diamond Sun
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 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.