I Need You
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G Em
I don't need a lot of things
C
I can get by with nothing
G Em
With all the blessings life can bring
C
I've always needed something
Am
But I've got all I want
C
When it comes to loving You
Am
You're my only reason
C D
You're my only truth
Chorus
G D C
I need You like water, like breath, like rain
G D C
I need You like mercy from heaven's gate
Am C D
There's a freedom in your arms that carries me through
G D C
I need You
G Em
You're the hope that moves me
C
To courage again
G Em
You're the love that rescues me
C
When the cold winds rage (yeah)
Am C
And it's so amazing 'cause that's just how You are
Am C D
And I can't turn back now, You've brought me too far
Chorus
G D C
I need You like water, like breath, like rain
G D C
I need You like mercy from heaven's gate
Am C D
There's a freedom in your arms that carries me through
Em D C
I need You
Em D C
I need You (oh oh oh)
Em D C
I need You (oh oh oh)
Em D C
I need You (oh oh oh)
Chorus
G D C
I need You like water, like breath, like rain
G D C
I need You like mercy from heaven's gate
Am C D
There's a freedom in your arms that carries me through
Em D C
I need You
Em D C
I need You (oh oh oh)
Em D C
I need You (oh oh oh)
Em D C
I need You (oh oh oh)
How to play I Need 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.