Sweet Surrender
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Bb
Sweet surrender
G7
On the wings of a dove, you came to me, in sweet surrender
C
Now I'm lost, and love is the cost, of sweet surrender
Sweeter than a victory, warmer than a memory
F
Sweet surrender, Warm and tender
Bb
It's the big up-ender, Yea, yea yea
Sweet forgiveness
Sweeter than a melon tree, softer than a willow'd be
Sweet, sweet forgiveness
You came to me, than you set me free, with true emotion
Sweet surrender, Warm and tender
It's the big up-ender Yea, yea, yea
Middle 8:
D# Bb
At first I thought it was you, just euphemy
D# Bb
Then I realized how wrong I could be
D# Bb
First I thought it was your apology
D# Bb
Then I realized how wrong pride could be
F
Sweet surrender Warm and tender
Bb
It's the big up-ender Yea, yea, yea
Verse 1 + middle 8 + verse 2
by: José Duarte
jtduarte1@gmail.com
How to play Sweet Surrender
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Bb. 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.