Friends in high places
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Daniel Kelles
F Bb/F F
I was in need and I needed a friend
Bb/F F Bb/F F
I was alone and I needed a hand
Bb/F F
I was going down
C Gm7
But someone rescued me
Am7 Bb
My God cares too much to say
Dm C Gm
His mercies are new everyday
Am Bb
I get down to pray
C F
And help is on its way
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G C/G G
I walk by faith and not by sight
C/G G
If things go wrong
C/G G
It'll be alright
G
Cause someone greater
D Am
Is watching over me
G/B C
My God cares too much to say
Em D Am
His mercies are new everyday
G/B C
I get down to pray
D G
And help is on its way
Am Dm
Now in faith I believe
Am Dm
That I've got everything I need
Gm7 F/A Bb Dm C Csus C
I walk by faith and not by what I see
Am Dm
I've got friends in high places
Am Dm
I've got someone I can call
Gm7 F/A Bb Dm C
And I've got someone watching over me
How to play Friends in high places
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is F. 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.