I'll Be There
View chords used in this chart
Intro: C# Bbm F# Ab C#
Verse 1
C#
See ya sleepin’
On the ground
Bbm
See ya screamin’
With no sound
F# Ab
When your blanket starts to wear
C#
I’ll be there
C#
See ‘em peekin’
Every night
Bbm
Momma’s beaten
Don’t know why
F# Ab
When your tears begin to shed
C#
I’ll be there
C#
In those times when you feel all alone
Bbm
Forced to find your way through worlds unknown
F# Ab
Look ahead and don’t be scared
C#
I’ll be there
[Refrão]
Fm Bbm F# C#
I’ll be there through the rough winds and rain and ice
Fm Bbm F# C#
I’ll be there when the night falls and troubles rise
Fm Bbm F#
I’ll be there when you need me
C# Ab Ebm
No matter what how or when
Ab
My friend
C#
I’ll be there
C# Bbm F# Ab C#
VERSE 2
See ‘em bleedin’
No more smiles
Goodbye letters
On the ground
When no one will spare their ears
I’ll be there
When your back’s up
On the wall
Chronic failure
You’ve been called
When you feel there’s no escape
I’ll be there
Repeat Chorus
BRIDGE
F# F Bbm Ab F#
Whenever you’re faced with what you feel like you can’t bare
Call on me and I’ll be
C# Ab
Beside you until the end
C#
Lift your head up and stand tall
Bbm
Promise I won’t let you fall
F# Ab
When you reach I will extend
C#
I’ll be there
Repeat Chorus2X
How to play I'll Be There
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 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.