Rhythm Nation
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Afinação: E A D G B ETecla: ECapotraste: Sem capotraste
[Verse 1]
Em
With music by our side to break the color lines
Let's work together to improve our way of life
Join voices in protest to social injustice
A generation full of courage, come forth with me
[Chorus]
N.C.
People of the world today
Are we looking for a better way of life?
Sing!
E
We are a part of the rhythm nation
N.C.
People of the world unite
Strength in numbers, we can get it right, one time
Sing it up!
E Em
We are a part of the rhythm nation
[Verse 2]
This is the test, no struggle, no progress (Lend)
Lend a hand to help your brother do his best
Things are getting worse, we have to make them better
N.C.
It's time to give a damn, let's work together
Come on now
[Chorus]
People of the world today
Are we looking for a better way of life?
Sing!
E
We are a part of the rhythm nation
N.C.
People of the world unite
Strength in numbers, we can get it right, one time
Sing it up!
E
We are a part of the rhythm nation
Everybody
N.C.
People of the world today
Are we looking for a better way of life?
E
We are a part of the rhythm nation
N.C.
People of the world unite
Strength in numbers, we can get it right, one time
E
We are a part of the rhythm nation
[Chorus]
Everybody sing
N.C.
People of the world today
Are we looking for a better way of life?
Sing!
E
We are a part of the rhythm nation
N.C.
People of the world unite
Strength in numbers, we can get it right, one time
Sing it up!
E
We are a part of the rhythm nation
N.C.
People of the world today
Are we looking for a better way of life?
Sing!
E
We are a part of the rhythm nation
N.C.
People of the world unite
Strength in numbers, we can get it right, one time
Sing it up!
E
We are a part of the rhythm nation
[Outro]
G A E
We are the nation
G A E
We are the nation
G A E
We are the nation
G A E
We are the nation
G A E
We are the nation
G A E
We are the nation
G A E
We are the nation
How to play Rhythm Nation
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.