Lean On Me
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Intro: D G D A A7 D G D A7 D
Verso 1:
D G
Sometimes in our lives
D
We all have pain
A A7
We all have sorrow
D G
But if we are wise
We know that
D A7 D
There's always tomorrow
D
Lean on me!
G
when you're not strong
D
and I'll be your friend
A A7
I'll help you carry on
D G
for it won't be long
D
till I'm gonna need
A7 D
somebody to lean on
Verso 2:
D
Please! (please)
G
swallow your pride (pride)
D
if I have things
A A7
you need to borrow
D G
(For) for no one can fill
those of your needs
D
that you
A7 D
that you wont let show
Both Avril and Heart:
D
So just call (call) on me brother (hey)
D
when you need a hand (When you need a hand)
D D
we all need (need) somebody to lean on!
(I just might have a problem)
D
I just might have a problem
D
that you'll understand
D A7 D
we all need somebody to lean on!
Both Avril and Heart:
D
Lean on me!
G
when you're not strong
D
and I'll be your friend
A A7
I'll help you carry on
D G
for it won't be long
D
till I'm gonna need
A7 D
somebody to lean on
How to play Lean On Me
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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.