The Long Sermon
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A E
They read the scripture, they passed the plate
A
We’re both praying he don’t preach late
D
But he’s getting amen’s, and that’s just our luck
E
Yeah it’s eighty-five degrees outside and he’s just getting warmed up…
[Refrão] D
Oh you and me, we could be soaking up that sun
A
Findin’ out just how fast your brother’s boat’ll run
E
I’ll tell ya’ there ain’t nothing that’ll test your faith
A E A
Like a long sermon on a pretty Sunday.
A E
Well it’s been rainin’ all week long
A
I woke up this morning the dark clouds were gone
D
We’ve both been raised not to miss church
E
But on a day like today heaven knows how much it hurts…
(repeat chorus)
F#m D A
See that sunlight shinin’ through that stained glass
F#m G#m Am C# D E A
How much longer is this gonna last…
(SOLO)
(repeat chorus)
How to play The Long Sermon
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 A. 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.