Pearly Gates
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G D7 G
I have changed my life for Jesus
D7
He's the one to whom I owe
G C
I will be no longer homeless
G D7 G
When the pearly gates unfold
D7 G
Yes I have more friends in glory
D7
Than this earthly plane can hold
G C
I will be no longer friendless
G D7 G
When the pearly gates unfold
C D7 G
This short life will soon be over
D7
And my vision will be told
G C
Zion's songs will sound more sweeter
G D7 G
When the pearly gates unfold
D7 G
When our trials here are over
D7
And we stand on Canaan's shore
G C
I will cry out holy, holy
G D7 G
Holy lord forever more
C D7 G
This short life will soon be over
D7
And my vision will be told
G C
Zion's songs will sound more sweeter
G D G
When the pearly gates unfold
How to play Pearly Gates
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 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.