Id Rather Be An Old Time Christian - Albert E. Brumley

Id Rather Be An Old Time Christian

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Afinação: E A D G B ECapotraste: Sem capotraste
[Verse 2]
C
In this world I've tried most everything
 
I'm happy now to say there's nothing like religion
D7 G7
In the good old fashioned way
C
I'm walking in the old time way and I want the world to know
 
That I'd rather be an old time Christian Lord
G7 C
Than anything I know
 
[Verse 2]
C
I'd rather be an old time Christian than anything I know
 
There's nothing like an old time Christian
D7 G7
With a Christian love to show
C
I'm walking in the grand old highway and I'm telling everywhere I go
 
That I'd rather be an old time Christian Lord
G7 C
Than anything I know
 
[Verse 3]
C
All the world is bright since I got right
 
Now I sing and pray and shout all my burdens have been lifted
D7 G7
Since the Savior brought me out
C
I will tell the world both far and near as I travel here below
 
That I'd rather be an old time Christian Lord
G7 C
Than anything I know

How to play Id Rather Be An Old Time Christian

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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.

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