The Dearest Friend I Ever Had
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(verse 1)
C
When I was drifting out in sin
G
I had no peace, no joy within
C Am
But Jesus came and made me glad
C G C
The dearest friend I ever had
(verse 2)
C
When Jesus comes the way is bright
G
For He's the Way, the Truth, the Light
C Am
He cheers me on when I am sad
C G C
The dearest friend I ever had
[Refrão]
C
He saved my soul oh bless His name
G
I'll never forget the day He came
C Am
He makes me glad when I am sad
C G C
The dearest friend I ever had
(verse 3)
C
O sinner come to Jesus now
G
And at His feet just humbly bow
C Am
He'll save your soul and make you glad
C G C
The dearest friend you’ll ever have
How to play The Dearest Friend I Ever Had
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.