Stand By Me
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Verse
C F
When the storms of life are raging
G7 C
Stand by me
When the storms of life are raging
G7
Stand by me
C
When the world is tossing me
F D7
Like a ship out on the sea
C G7
Thou who rulest wind and water
C
Stand by me
F
When I'm growing old and feeble
G7 C
Stand by me
When I'm growing old and feeble
G7
Stand by me
C
When I do the best I can
F D7
And my friends misunderstand
C G7
Thou who never lost a battle
C
Stand by me
G7
Thou who never lost a battle
C
Stand by me
How to play Stand By 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 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.