The Song Will Remain
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[Intro ]
G C G C G C G C G
Verse
D C
If I were a singer, I'd sing you a song
G C G
A song that would live in your heart forever
D C
I'd sing it loud and strong
Cm G C G
Every single word
Verse
C G
So that when my life is over
C
And I ne'er see you again
G D G C G
The singer may die, but the song.. will remain
Verse
D Em
For all I have is gold and silver
C G D
And such things so easy to find
C G
And that's all I have to leave you
Am D G
When I leave you behind
Verse
D C
But if I were a singer I'd sing you a song
G C G
A song that would live in your heart forever
D C
I'd sing it loud and strong
Cm G C G
Every single word
Verse
C G
So that when my life is over
C
And I ne'er see you again
G D G C G
The singer may die, but the song.. will remain
Instrumental
G
D C G C G
D C G C G
Verse
C G
So that when my life is over
C
And I ne'er see you again
G D G C G
The singer may die, but the song.. will remain
C G D G C G
The singer may die, but the song.. will remain
How to play The Song Will Remain
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.