Shield About Me
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Verse Original
G D F C G
Thou of Lord art a shield about me
Em C D G D
You're my glory and the lifter of my head
G D F C G
Thou of Lord art a shield about me
Em C D G
You're my glory and the lifter of my head
Bridge
G F C G G F
Hall e lujah, Hall e lujah , Hall e lujah
Am D G
You're the lifter of my head
G F C G G F
Hall e lujah, Hall e lujah , Hall e lujah
Am D G
You're the lifter of my head
Verse added
G D F C G
Heal our land, take the darkness from us
Em C D G D
We have wondered – in search of our own way
G D F C G
Restore our soul – fill us with your presence
Em C D G
You’re our glory and our hearts just want to say
Bridge
G F C G G F
Hall e lujah, Hall e lujah , Hall e lujah
Am D G
You're the lifter of my head
G F C G G F
Hall e lujah, Hall e lujah , Hall e lujah
Am D G
You're the lifter of my head
How to play Shield About Me
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.