Lift Oh Gates
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Intro: E A9
E
Let the host of heaven come rejoicing
A9
Let the waters, wave and rocks cry out
G#m C#m7 Bsus A F#m7
Let ev'ry saint of God roar like thunders breaking out
E
Let the freedom singers raise an anthem
A9
Let the streets resound with joy and praise
G#m C#m7 Bsus A F#m7
For there is a river filled with gladness and with grace
E A9
Lift, oh gates, open wide
C#m7 Bsus A9 E A
Come to life, come to life
E
In the name of Jesus valleys rise now
A9
In the name of Jesus mountains bow
G#m C#m7 Bsus A F#m7
In the name of Jesus lost return to Father’s house
E A9
Lift, oh gates, open wide
C#m7 Bsus A9 E A
Come to life, come to life
E A9
Lamb of God, crucified
C#m7 Bsus A9 E A9 E E
The War - ri - or is alive. Come to life
E
See the church arising it is time now, time now
A9
See the Kingdom coming it is here now, here now
C#m7 Bsus
See the Son returning for His bride now
A9
Sing a new song, sing a new song
E
See the church arising it is time now, time now
A9
See the Kingdom coming it is here now, here now
C#m7 Bsus
See the Son returning for His bride now
A9
Sing a new song, sing a new song
E A9
Lift, oh gates, open wide
C#m7 Bsus A9 E A
Come to life, come to life
E A9
Lamb of God, crucified
C#m7 Bsus A9 E A9 E E
The War - ri - or is alive. Come to life
How to play Lift Oh Gates
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is E. 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.