Let Them Be Little
View chords used in this chart
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Capo 1st fret
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Note: The Cadd9 is played in the verses in between the C and the F
I didn't include them in the chords below because they take
up to much room. Same thing for the A7sus4 it's played in
between the Am7 and the F. It's played real quick and is
just a hammer on but it's there. Include them if you want.
Intro: C Cadd9 C F Am7 A7sus4 F G
Verse 1:
C F
I can remember when you fit in the palm of my hand
Am7 F G
Felt so good in it, no bigger than a minute
C F
How it amazes me, you're changing with every blink
Am7 F G
Faster than a flower blooms they grow up all too soon.
Chorus:
C F Am F G
So let them be little 'cause they're only that way for a while
C F Am F
Give them hope, give them praise, give them love every day
Am F Am F
Let them cry, let them giggle, let them sleep in the middle
G C
Oh but let them be little.
Verse 2:
C F
I've never felt so much in one little tender touch
Am7 F G
I live for those kisses, prayers and your wishes
C F
Now that you're teaching me things only a child can see
Am7 F G
Tonight while we're on our knees all I ask is please.
Chorus:
C F Am F G
So let them be little 'cause they're only that way for a while
C F Am F
Give them hope, give them praise, give them love every day
Am F Am F
Let them cry, let them giggle, let them sleep in the middle
G C
Oh but let them be little.
Bridge:
Am F Am G
So innocent, a precious soul, you turn around
F G
It's time to let them go.
Chorus:
C F Am F G
So let them be little 'cause they're only that way for a while
C F Am F
Give them hope, give them praise, give them love every day
Am F Am F
Let them cry, let them giggle, let them sleep in the middle
G Am
Oh but let them be little.
F G C
Let them be little...
How to play Let Them Be Little
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 Cadd9. 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.