The Old Rugged Cross
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Intro
G D7 G
[Verso 1]
G C
On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross,
D7 G C G
The emblem of suffring and shame,
G C
And I love that old cross where the Dearest and Best
D7 G C G
For a world of lost sinners was slain.
[Refrão]
D7 G
So Ill cherish the old rugged cross, (The old rugged cross)
C G
Till my trophies at last I lay down;
G C
I will cling to the old rugged cross, (The old rugged cross)
G D7 G
And exchange it some day for a crown.
[Verso 2]
G C
To the old rigged cross I will ever be true
D7 G C G
Its shame and reproach gladly bear
G C
Then He'll call me some day to my home far away
D7 G C G
Where His glory forever I'll share
[Refrão]
D7 G
So Ill cherish the old rugged cross, (The old rugged cross)
C G
Till my trophies at last I lay down;
G C
I will cling to the old rugged cross, (The old rugged cross)
G D7 N.C.
And exchange it some day for a crown.
Outro
G C G
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How to play The Old Rugged Cross
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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.