Keep It Evergreen
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Intro: C
verse 1
G C Am
Crowded streets, it's the season
Dm G
People rushing desperately for the wrong reasons
C Am
This time of year voices are singing
Dm G
But we forget sometimes just why the bells are ringing
verse 2
Am Em
As we walk down memories' halls
F Em
We see the rows of family pictures on the walls
Asus2 Em
Tell the story, write the song
F G
Of who we are and where we all belong
[Refrão] C Am
Let this be Christmas like the past
Dm G
Give your heart and make it last
C Am
Remember always what it means
Dm G
Keep it true and keep it evergreen
verse 3
C Am
It's not gifts that we receive
Dm G
It's the time we spend together that we need
C Am
And the presents that we'll be giving
Dm G
Need no paper wrapped in shiny bows of ribbon
verse 4
Am Em
Don't need someone else's verse on paper cards
F Em
Just to show me how you feel
Asus2 Em
It takes more than printed words
F G
To let someone you love know how you feel
[Refrão] C Am
Let this be Christmas like the past
Dm G
Give your heart and make it last
C Am
Remember always what it means
Dm G
Keep it true and keep it evergreen
C Am
Let this be Christmas like the past
Dm G
Give your heart and make it last
C Am
Remember always what it means
Dm G
Keep it true and keep it evergreen
C Am
Let this be Christmas like the past (like the past)
Dm G
Give your heart and soul and make it last
C Am
Remember always what it means
Dm G
Keep it true and keep it evergreen
C
Let this be Christmas (woah-ooh-oh)
Am
Like the past (like the past)
Dm
Give your heart (heart and soul)
G
And make it last (and make it last)
C
Remember always (always)
Am
What it means (oh-ooh-woah)
Dm G Am
Keep it true and keep it evergreen
How to play Keep It Evergreen
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 C. 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.