If Not For Love
View chords used in this chart
(Intro) G#m , E , F# , E
(verse 1)
G#m E
If not for nails, if not for blood
B
If not for mercy, if not for love
F#
Where would I be? Where would I be?
G#m E
If not for hope, if not for grace
B
If not for power to take my place
F#
Where would I be? Where would I be?
(Pre-Chorus)
E
For how
F#
Could I refuse
A
Once introduced
E
To Your amazing love
(Chorus)
B
Jesus
A
Name above all names
E
Stronger than the grave
Stronger than the grave
B
Saviour
A
Jewel of Heaven crowned
E
Every knee will bow
Every knee will bow
(Intro)
(verse 2)
It was my sin that forced the nails
But You forgave as Your breath failed
On bended knees, on bended knees
Holding high my chains undone
From death to life our God has won
For I am free, for I am free
(Pre-Chorus)
(Chorus 2x)
(Bridge 4x)
E
Your blood
F#
Will never lose it's power
G#m F#
Your love will never fail
E
Your name
F#
Will never cease to save us
E F# B
Halle-Hallelujah
How to play If Not For Love
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#m. 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.