If Only
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Afinação: E A D G B ETecla: ACapotraste:
2nd traste
[Verse 1]
G
If only this old world could be at peace
G7
If only we could make the fighting cease
C G
Together we could make some dreams come true
D
If only, oh, if only
G
If we could see our children running free
G7
Happy, that's the way it's meant to be
C G
If we could make this happen, don't you see
D G
It would be a better world for you and me
[Chorus]
C G
If only we could all join hands and sing
D G
Somehow there's got to be a better way
C G
Fighting never did prove anything
D
Except for all the heartache that it brings
[Verse 2]
G
If only we could fill this world with love
G7
Pray each night for help from God above
C G
To guide our hearts to help our children grow
D
If only, oh, if only
[Instrumental]
G G7 C G D G
[Chorus]
C G
If only we could all join hands and sing
D G
Somehow there's got to be a better way
C G
Fighting never did prove anything
D
Except for all the heartache that it brings
[Verse 3]
G
If only this old world could be at peace
G7
If only we could make the fighting cease
C G
Together we could make some dreams come true
D G D
If only, oh, if only, if only, oh, if only
G
If only
How to play If Only
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 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.