Surrender
View chords used in this chart
capo 2
Intro:
C F Am F
verse 1:
C
I am tired; I am broken
F
Unsure at every turn
Am
Though You told me where to go
G
I’ve lost the road
C
Been a while since I have heard You
F
And doubts are creeping in
Am G
How can I continue walking on my own
Dm
I need to know you’re here
F
With me
Chorus:
C Dm
‘Cause I’ve become a desperate soul
F
When Your unfailing love feels far
C Dm
I need to know You won’t let go
F
Through it all
C Dm
You can have my broken heart
F
Everything that’s left in me
Am
And I will surrender
G F
Surrender, surrender
verse 2:
C
Your promises feel distant
F
Though I’ve followed them this far
Am
What is there left to hold on to
G
When You’re gone?
C
And it’s hard to keep on breathing
F
As the question tears my heart
Am G
What if I am left to fight this on my own?
Dm
I need to know you’re here
F
With me
Repeat Chorus
Bridge:
C Dm
I’ve seen the way You love me
F
I’ve heard the things You say
C Dm
I’ve felt the way You hold me
F
In Your arms
Repeat Bridge
Repeat Chorus
Coda:
C Cmaj7/B
Your love is overwhelming
How to play Surrender
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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.