Thank God
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Verse: 1
G
There's a road that's straight and narrow
C G
That the saints have travelled on
G
Paved with all the tribulations
A D7
Of the martyrs that have gone
G
If you're grateful for their vict'ries
C G
And for showin' us the way
G
Then give thanks for all your blessin's
D7 G
Get on your knees and pray
[Refrão]
G C
Thank God for every flower and each tree
G A D7
Thank God for all the mountains and the seas
G C G
Thank God for givin' life to you and me
C G C G
Wherever you may be, Thank God
Verse: 2
G
In this world of grief and sorrow
C G
Filled with selfishness and greed
G
There remains the Glory Fountain
A D7
To supply our every need
G
You can find it in the temple
C G
With a welcome on the door
G
But be sure to count your blessin's
D7 G
Before you ask for more
[Refrão]
G C
Thank God for every flower and each tree
G A D7
Thank God for all the mountains and the seas
G C G
Thank God for givin' life to you and me
C G C G
Wherever you may be, Thank God
Verse: 3
G
Be forgivin to the wayward
C G
Like the Master told us to
G
When He said forgive them Father
A D7
For they know not what they do
G
They would change their way of livin'
C G
If they could but understand
G
So remember they're your brothers
D G
They need a helpin' hand
[Refrão]
G C
Thank God for every flower and each tree
G A D7
Thank God for all the mountains and the seas
G C G
Thank God for givin' life to you and me
C G C G
Wherever you may be, Thank God
How to play Thank God
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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.