Psalm 54
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[Intro ]
Dm Dm/C Bb9 Bb/C
Cantor
F BbM7/F F/A Bb9
The Lord upholds my life
Choir
F BbM7/F F/A Bb9
The Lord upholds my life
[Verso 1]
C Bb9 Csus4
He saves me by His name,
Bb9 Csus4 C
Protects me by his power,
Dm Dm7/C Bb9
I trust in His saving word,
C Dm Dm7/C Bb9 C
My ev'ry prayer is heard
Choir
F BbM7/F F/A Bb9
The Lord upholds my life
[Verso 2]
C Bb9 Csus4
Though sinners do me harm
Bb9 Csus4 C
And proud men rise against me
Dm Dm7/C Bb9
I know His power prevails
C Dm Dm7/C Bb9 C
I praise His most Holy name
Choir
F BbM7/F F/A Bb9
The Lord upholds my life
[Verso 3]
C Bb9 Csus4
His goodness is my shield
Bb9 Csus4 C
His words are my salvation
Dm Dm7/C Bb9
His grace upon me bestown
C Dm Dm7/C Bb9 C
With joy I lift up my soul
Choir
F BbM7/F F/A Bb9
The Lord upholds my life
Cantor
F BbM7/F F/A Bb9
The Lord upholds my life
How to play Psalm 54
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 Dm. 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.