Joseph's Lullaby
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Joseph's Lullaby (Eb Capo on 1= key of D)
D Gm/D D2
Go to sleep my Son
D D/F# G
This manger for your bed
G A/G D A/C# Bm
You have a long road before You
G A D
Rest Your little head
Bm Bm/A G F#m
Can You feel the weight of Your glory?
G A D
Do You understand the price?
Bm A D A/C# Bm
Does the Father guard Your heart for now
G A D
So You can sleep tonight?
D Gm/D D2
Go to sleep my Son
D D/F# G
Go and chase Your dreams
G A/G D A/C# Bm
This world can wait for one more moment
G A D
Go and sleep in peace
Bm Bm/A G F#m
I believe the glory of Heaven
G A D
Is lying in my arms tonight
Bm A D A/C# Bm
Lord, I ask that He for just this moment
G A D
Simply be my child (Chorus of “I Can Only Imagine” 2X)
G A
Surrounded by Your glory, what will my heart do?
D DM7
Will I dance for you Jesus, or in awe of You be still?
G A
Will I stand in Your presence, or to my knees will I fall?
D
Will I sing Hallelujah, or will I be able to speak at all (Repeat)
G A7sus
I can only imagine………….
D Gm/D D2
Go to sleep my Son
D D/F# G
Baby, close Your eyes
G A/G D A/C# Bm
Soon enough You'll save the day
G A Bm Bm/A
But for now, dear Child of mine
G A D
Oh my Jesus, Sleep tight
How to play Joseph's Lullaby
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 Eb. 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.