Nigerian National Anthem
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Afinação: E A D G B ETecla: FCapotraste: Sem capotraste
[Verse 1]
C F C Dm C
A-rise O, compatriots
C F
Nigeria's call obey
C F C Dm C
To serve our fatherland
C F
With love and strength and faith
C F Dm C
The labour of our heores past shall never be in vain
F Dm
To serve with heart and might
C Dm
One nation bound in freedom
C F
Peace and unity
[Verse 2]
C F C Dm C
Oh God of creation
C F
Direct our noble cause
C F C Dm C
Guide thou our leaders right
C F
Help our youth the truth to know
C F
In love and honesty to grow
Dm C
And living just and true
F Dm
Great lofty heights attain
C Dm C F
To build a nation where peace and justice shall reign
How to play Nigerian National Anthem
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 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.