If Not For You
View chords used in this chart
Capo III or open
Intro:G D/C (2x)
G D/C G D/C
If not for you babe, I couldn't even find the door
G D/C Am
I couldn't even see the floor; I'd be sad and blue,
G D/C G D/C
if not for you
G D/C G D/C
If not for you babe, the night would see me wide awake
G D/C Am
The day would surely have to break; it would not be new,
G D/C G D/C
if not for you
C G
If not for you my sky would fall,
D7 G
rain would gather too.
C G A7
without your love I'd be no-where at all, I'd be lost,
D7
if not for you
G D/C G D/C
If not for you, the winter would hold no spring
G D/C Am
Couldn't hear a robin sing; I just wouldn't have a clue
G D/C
if not for you
G D/C 3x
Alternate:
Capo III
G = E
D = B
C = A
Am = F#m
D7 = B7
A7 = F#7
How to play If Not For 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.