He Took The Nails
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Intro:
C D G C G
verse 1:
C D
I lived for myself
G D/F# Em
It was written on my face
C D
Now staring in the mirror
G G Am - G/B
A portrait of disgrace
C D
My accuser was always awaiting
Bm Em
Everytime I killed the lights
Am7 D
He called out my verdict
G C G
But I called out to Christ
[Refrão]
C D
He took my place
G D/F# Em
On a cross at Calvary
C D
He took my pain
C G G - Am - G/B
In His hands and His feet
C D
Mercy or justice
C G/B Em
Heaven or Hell
Am7 D
I took forgiveness
G C G
He took the nails
verse 2:
C D
God offered His Son
G D/F# Em
So the whole-wide world could know
C D
The gift that keeps on giving
G G Am - G/B
The only real hero
C D
From Earthâ??s sorrow to Heavenâ??s glory
Bm Em
Jesus gave His very best
Am7 D
His love was proven for me
G C G
When He loved me to death
Repeat Chorus
Tag:
C D
Mercy or justice
C G/B Em
Heaven or Hell
Am7 D
I took forgiveness
C G/B Am7 G
He took the nails
How to play He Took The Nails
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is C. 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.