Forever Young
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Tuning: Eb Ab Db Gb Bb eb
Intro: G C/G | G | G C/G | G |
Verse
G
May god bless and keep you always
C G C/G
May your wishes all come true
G
May you always do for others
D C D
And let others do for you
G C/G G
May you build a ladder to the stars
C C/B Am
And climb on every rung
G D G
And may you stay forever young
C/G G D C C/B C/A | G |
may you stay forever young
Verse
G C/G G
May you grow up to be righteous
C G
May you grow up to be true
G
May you always know the truth
A7 D
And see the lights surrounding you
G C/G G
May you always be courageous
C C/B Am
Stand upright and be strong
G D G
And may you stay forever young
C G D C/G | G C/G | G |
may you stay forever young
Verse
G C/G G
May your hands always be busy
C C/B G
May your feet always be swift
G C/G G
May you have a strong foundation
A7 D
When the winds of changes shift
G C/G G
May your heart always be joyful
C C/B Am
May your song always be sung
G G/B G/C D G G/A G/B C
May you stay forever young
C G G/B G/C D G
may you stay forever young
Coda
| G | C | D | D | G C/G | G
How to play Forever Young
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 Eb. 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.