How Beautiful Upon The Mountain
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D G D G A7
How beautiful upon the mountain are the steps of those who walk in peace.
D G D G A7 D
How beautiful upon the mountain are the steps of those who walk in peace.
D G D
Across the bridge at Selma you came marching side by side,
G A7
In your eyes a new world on the way.
D G D
Hope was in your heart and justice would not be denied.
G A7
You sang "We shall shall overcome some day."
G D G A7
God knows the courage you possessed, and Isaiah said it best:
Chorus
D G D
Marching 'round the White House, marching 'round the Pentagon,
G D
Marching round the mighty missile plants,
D G D
Speaking truth to power, singing "Peace in Babylon,"
G A7
Asking us, "Why not give peace a chance?"
G D G A7
God knows the courage you possess, and Isaiah said it best:
Chorus
D G D
Now the generations who have joined you on this road
G D
Look to you with power in their eyes.
D G D
Now you know the torch has passed as they pick up the load.
G A7
Now you see their eyes are on the prize.
G D G A7
God knows the courage they possess, and Isaiah said it best:
Chorus
How to play How Beautiful Upon The Mountain
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is D. 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.