The First Noel
View chords used in this chart
Intro: G Em7 C G C G C ~ ~ G
Em7 C G
The First Noel, the angel did say
C G C ~ ~ G
Was to certain poor shepherds, in fields as they lay
G Em7 C G
In fields where they lay, keeping their sheep
C G C ~ ~ G
On a cold winter's night that was so deep
[Refrão]
Em7 G C G
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
C G C ~ ~ G Em7
Born is the king of I-is-rael
G Em7 C G
As they looked up and saw a star
C G C ~ ~ G
Shining in the East beyond them far
G Em7 C G
And to the earth it gave great light
C G C ~ ~ G
And so it continued both day and night
Chorus:
Em7 G C G
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
C G C ~ ~ G Em7
Born is the king of I-is-rael
G Em7 C G
And by the light of that same star
C G C ~ ~ G
Three wise men came from planet far
G Em7 C G
And to seek for a king was their intent
C G C ~ ~ G
And to follow the star wherever it went
[Refrão]
Em7 G C G
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
C G C ~ ~ G
Born is the king of I-is-rael
Em7 G C G
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
C G C ~ ~ G
Born is the king of I-is-rael
How to play The First Noel
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 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.