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G D
How long will I love you?
C G
as long as stars are above you
C D7 G
and longer if I can
 
G D
How long will I need you?
C G
as long as the seasons need to
C D7 G
follow their plan
 
C
How long will I be with you
Bm
As long as the seasons need to
am D7 /D/E/F F/G/A (Bass)
wash upon the sand
 
How long will I want you?
as long as you want me to
and longer by far
 
How long will I hold you?
as long as your father told you
as long as you are
 
How long will I give to you
As long as I live to you
However long you say
 
How long will I love you?
As long as the stars are above you
and longer, if I can
 
Morten Sickel
Norwegian Radiation Protection Authority
Dept. of environmental protection
 
Morten.Sickel@nrpa.no

How to play How long will I love you

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 G. 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.

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