I Am Alive
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No Capo
E C#m A B x2
E C#m A
When I fear the sky might fall, and no one will hear my call
B
I take a breath and see, I've all the strength I need
E C#m A
Days won't be the same, everything will change
B
Even mountains over time, must get redefined
A C#m
I know, I know life's worth living, I keep on, I keep on giving
D B
I'm giving it all I got, giving it my best shot
A C#m
I get up, get up and keep on trying, there is no shame in crying
D B
Yesterdays are gone, I have what it takes, I have what it takes to hold on
E C#m
I am brave and strong, I am every song
A B
I am here to shine, I'm not afraid to fly
E C#m
I am lovable, I am invincible
A B
And I am tough enough, And I'm ready to catch
C#m B A
The falling sky
C#m
I am alive
B
I am alive
E
Yes I am
A C#m
The wind is in my face, and I'm feeling out of place
D B
It's me against the entire human race
A C#m
I know the dreams I chase, they will not be erased
D B
They are my saving grace, I'm gonna make it
A C#m
I know, I know life's worth living, I keep on, I keep on giving
D B
I'm giving it all I got, giving it my best shot
A C#m
I get up, get up and keep on trying, there is no shame in crying
D B
Yesterdays are gone, I have what it takes, I have what it takes to hold on
E C#m
I am brave and strong, I am every song
A B
I am here to shine, I'm not afraid to fly
E C#m
I am lovable, I am invincible
A B
And I am tough enough, And I'm ready to catch
E C#m
I am brave and strong, I am every song
A B
I am here to shine, I'm not afraid to fly
E C#m
I am lovable, I am invincible
A B
And I am tough enough, And I'm ready to catch
C#m B A
The falling sky
C#m
I am alive
B
I am alive
E
Yes I am
How to play I Am Alive
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 E. 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.