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capo 3
verse 1:
G
We're choosing celebration,
D/F#
breaking into freedom.
Em
You're the song,
C G
You're the song of our hearts.
We cast aside our shadows,
D/F#
trust You with our sorrows.
Em
You're the song,
C G
You're the song of our hearts.
Pre-Chorus
C G
We're dancing to the rhythm of Your heart.
C Em7 D
We're rising from the ashes to the stars.
[Refrão] Em C G D
You're the joy, joy, joy lighting my soul,
Em C G D/F#
the joy, joy, joy making me whole.
Em C G
Though I'm broken I am running
D Em C G D
into your arms of love.
G D
Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa. Hey!
Em C G
Whoa, whoa.
verse 2:
G
The pain will not define us;
D/F#
joy will reignite us.
Em
You're the song,
C G
You're the song of our hearts.
The dark is just a canvas
D/F#
for Your grace and brightness.
Em
You're the song,
C G
You're the song of our hearts.
Bridge:
C Em7
Whoa, whoa,
G D
whoa, whoa. Hey!
C Em7
In the shadows, in the sorrows,
G D
in the desert, when the pain hits
C Em7
You are constant, ever-present;
G D
You're the song of my heart.
How to play Joy
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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.