Long As I Live
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[INTRO: ]G Em B C 2x
VERSE 1:
G C
The world's been spinning 'round since time began
D G
An' when it stops, it's out of my hands
G G/B C
So I could swear forever for all it's worth
Am D
Or give you every day I have on Earth
[Refrão]G C
Long as I live, Long as I breathe
Am D
With every heartbeat, I'll need you near me
G
I won't leave you behind
Em Bm C
'Til the Lord says it's time to go with him
D G Em B C
I'm yours... long as I live
VERSE 2:
G C
No matter if there's mountains you can't move
D G
Or harder times then you thought you'd go through
G G/B C
And the weight of your world's too much to bear
Am D
Just remember I'll always be there
CHORUS:
G C
Long as I live, Long as I breathe
Am D
With every heartbeat, I'll need you near me
G
I won't leave you behind
Em Bm C
'Til the Lord says it's time to go with him
D G
I'm yours... long as I live
BRIDGE:
C
The moon and stars aren't mine to give
Bm
Neither is eternity
Bb
But I'll give you a promise tonight
Dsus4 Dsus2 D
That I can keep
CHORUS:
G C
Long as I live, Long as I breathe
Am D
With every heartbeat, I'll need you near me
G
I won't leave you behind
Em Bm C
'Til the Lord says it's time to go with him
D G
I'm yours... long as I live
D G Em B C G
I'm yours... long as I live
How to play Long As I Live
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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.