Only One Thing
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Intro: (Fm Db) (Bbm Eb) (Fm Db) (Bbm Eb)
(Fm Db)
Only one thing cannot fail
(Bbm Eb)
Only one thing will never die
(Fm Db)
Only one thing is sure and stable
(Bbm Eb) (Fm Db) (Bbm Eb)
Even when I turn and turn and turn
(Fm Db)
Only one thing, deeper than the ocean
(Bbm Eb)
Only one thing is higher still
(Fm Db)
Only one thing has such devotion
(Bbm Eb) Db Bbm7
Waiting arms wide until my will gives way
Ab Eb/G Fm7
Your love reaches across the miles I raced
Db
To separate me from You
Ab Eb/G Fm7 Db
Your love cradles me like a child when I finally reach for you
Bbm7 Db(hold) (Fm Db)
Your love's beyond my understanding
(Bbm Eb) (Fm Db) (Bbm Eb)
Only one thing
(Fm Db)
Only one thing is always faithful
(Bbm Eb)
Only one thing is ever pure
(Fm Db)
Only one thing, completely able
(Bbm Eb) Db Bbm7
Only one thing will endure forever
Ab Eb/G Fm7
Your love reaches across the miles I raced
Db
To separate me from You
Ab Eb/G Fm7 Db
Your love cradles me like a child when I finally reach for you
Bbm7 Db(hold) (Fm Db)
Your love's beyond my understanding
(Bbm Eb) (Fm Db) (Bbm Eb) 2x
Only one thing
Fm Eb
I could sing of Your love forever
Db (Ab/C Db)
I could sing of Your love forever
Fm Eb
I could sing of Your love forever
Db (Ab/C Db)
I could sing of Your love forever
Chorus 3x then Fm INTRO
How to play Only One Thing
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 Fm. 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.