Sparrow
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C F
Why should I be lonely,
C F
Long for heaven and home
C F
When Jesus is my portion
C G
And a constant Friend I know
C F G
I sing because I'm happy,
Am F G
I sing because I'm free
C F G
For His eye is on the sparrow,
Am F G
His eye is on the sparrow
C F F
And I know He's watching me
Why should I be troubled
When His tender word I hear
Know I rest on His goodness
In my doubt and in my fear
I sing because I'm happy,
I sing because I'm free
For His eye is on the sparrow,
His eye is on the sparrow
And I know
I sing because I'm happy,
I sing because I'm free
For His eye is on the sparrow,
His eye is on the sparrow
His eye is on the sparrow
And I know He's watching me
He's watching me
He's watching you
He's watching me
How to play Sparrow
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 C. 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.