The King
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Intro: G D G C C G D G Am Am Am Am
G D C
The soft blush of evening
D C D
Returns to the folded hills
G D C
The sky rains magenta
D C D
In praise of the shepherd's skills
C D G D
The lion lies down beside the lamb
C D C
At peace in the holy ground____
[Refrão]
G D C
The King is returning
D C D
And those that were lost are found____
G D C
The old moon is resting
D C D
She sleeps in the new moon's arms
G D C
The love of a mother
D C D
Eclipsed by her daughter's charms
C D G D
The robin bares his wounded breast
C D C
And sings with a joyful sound____
[Refrão]
G D C
The King is returning
D C D
And those that were lost are found____
Instrumental: D A G D A Bm A D A G D A D A
G A D A Bm A G
REFRAIN:
D A D
The King is returning
A D A
And those that were lost are found____
A D A
The glory of Heaven
E D E
Explodes in the rising sun
A D A
The long wait is over
E D E
The new reign just begun
D E A E
The ransom of the holly bush
D E D
Was paid when the King was crowned____
[Refrão]
A D A
The King is returning
E A E
And those that were lost are found___
Bridge:
D E A E
A symphony of harmonies
D E D
In one triumphant sound____
REFRAIN:
A D A
The King is returning
E A E
And those that were lost are found___
OUTRO: E D A E D E A
How to play The King
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.