Nothing But A Child
View chords used in this chart
Optional-(If you know how to detune the low E on the guitar to a D,
hit that as the bass note for all chords in first verse.)
Verse 1:
G C D
Once upon a time In a far off land
C D C D G
Wise men saw a sign And set out 'cross the sand
G C D
Songs of praise to sing They travelled day and night
C D C D G
Precious gifts to bring They were guided by the light.
Verse 2:
They chased a brand new star Ever towards the west
Across the mountains far But when it came to rest
They scarce believed their eyes They'd come so many miles
The miracle they prized Was nothing but a child
[Refrão]C G C G F#m Em
Nothing but a child Could wash those tears away
C D C D G
Or guide a weary world Into the light of day
C G C G F#m Em
Nothing but a child Could help erase those miles
G D C D G
So once again we all Can be children for a while.
Solo (= same the tag): C D C D C D G
Verse 3:
Now all around the world In every little town
Every day is heard A precious little sound
And every mother kind And every father, proud
Looks down in awe to fiund Another chance allowed
(chorus)
tag:
C D
Nothing but a little baby
C D
Nothing but a little baby
C D C
Nothing but a child
How to play Nothing But A Child
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.