If You're Reading This
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Transposed by: Eddie Garcia (string50@hotmail.com)
D A
If you’re reading this and my mama’s sitting there
Bm G
Looks like I only got a one-way ticket over here
D A
Sure wish I could give you one more kiss
Bm G
War was just a game we played when we were kids
Em7 Bm7
Well I’m laying down my gun I’m hanging up my boots
G A
I’m up here with God and we’re both watching over you…
[Refrão] G A Bm G A
So lay me down in that open field out on the edge of town
G A Bm G A
And know my soul is where my mama always prayed that it would go
G
If you’re reading this
A D
I’m already home…
G A
D A
If you’re reading this half way round the world
Bm G
I won’t be there to see the birth of our little girl
D A
I hope she looks like you I hope she fights like me
Bm G
And stands up for the innocent and the weak
Em7 Bm7
I’m laying down my gun I’m hanging up my boots
G A
Tell dad I don’t regret that I followed in his shoes…
repeat Chorus
A D A
D A
If you’re reading this there’s gonna come a day
Bm G
When you’ll move on and find someone else and that’s okay
D A
Just remember this I’m in a better place
Bm G A
Where soldiers live in peace and angels sing amazing grace…
repeat Chorus
G
If you’re reading this…
A
If you’re reading this -
D G A D
I’m already home.
How to play If You're Reading This
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 D. 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.