I'm Alive
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C5 C4
once I was aship out on the sea
Csus4 C2
so many miles from home
C5 C4
I felt so small, so lost and insecure
Csus4 C2
everything was wrong
Am G
but I´m alive, I´m alive
Dm F
I´m alive, yes I am
C
taking my life into my own hands
G
living my dreams and taking the chance
Am go over G to F (short added G)
walking my talk and making romance
F
living my live today
C5 C4
now I see the different shades of me
Csus4 C2
the writings of the wall
C5 C4
I´m not alone and not so insecure
Csus4 C2
I´m the one who´s keeping score
Am G
I´m alive, I´m alive
Dm F
I´m alive, yes I am
C
taking my life into my own hands
G
living my dreams and taking the chance
Am go over G to F (short added G)
walking my talk and making romance
F
living my live today
How to play I'm 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 C5. 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.