The Journey
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Capo 3
Intro: C G C D G
G C
Half the world is sleeping
G C B
Half the world's awake
Em C
Half can hear their hearts beat
Am D
Half just hear them break
G C
I am but a traveler
G C B
In most every way
Em C Am D
Ask me what you want to know
[Refrão]
C D G
What a journey it has been
C D G
And the end is not in sight
C D G
But the stars are out tonight
C D G
And they're bound to guide my way
C D G
When they're shining on my life
C D G
I can see a better day
C D G
I won't let the darkness in
C D G
What a journey it has been
G C
I have been to sorrow
G C B
I have been to bliss
Em C
Where I'll be tomorrow
Am D
I can only guess
G C
Through the darkest desert
G C
Through the deepest snow
Em C Am D
Forward, always forward I go
(Repeat Chorus)
Bridge
Em Bm
Forward always forward
Am D B
Onward always up
Em Bm
Catching every drop of hope
Am D
In my empty cup
(Repeat Chorus)
C D G
What a journey it has been
How to play The Journey
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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.