For The Lamb
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For The Lamb
Intro: Bm G A
verse 1
Bm G A
On a shameful day He died
Bm D/F# G
In the sorrow of defeat
Bm G A
But forgiveness was His cry
G A D
As His blood ran down for me
How the Father's heart was torn
As His only son was slain
But the earth would soon rejoice
From the place where hope was lain
Chorus:
G D
For the Lamb has overcome
G D
Everlasting love has won
G Bm A G
In eternal praise we will lift Him up
D/F# G A Bm
For the Lamb has overcome the world
verse 2:
By His spirit we are raised
To the fullness of new life
In a moment we'll be changed
And forever glorified
Chorus
Bridge x4:
D/F# G
Most high and lifted up
A Bm
Be glorified forever
D/F# G
Jesus has overcome
A D
Declare it now together
Chorus x2
Tag:
D/F# G A Bm
For the lamb has overcome the world
D/F# G A Bm
For the lamb has overcome the world
Instrumental:
D/F# / G / | A / Bm / |
D/F# / G / | A / D / |
D/F# / G / | A / Bm / |
D/F# / G / | A / / / |
D / / / | / / / / | / / / / | / / / /
D/F# / G / | A / Bm / |
D/F# / G / | A / Bm / |
Bridge x4
How to play For The Lamb
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Bm. 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.