The Sun Is Shining
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A9-A E
Yesterday I found
Em7 D
That everything I knew was wrong
A E
It was upside down
Em7 D
The life I thought I had was gone
Dm A
But You came and whispered love to me
Dm E
And You gave me strength to carry on
A9 E Bm7
Oh, the sun is shining
Dm
There is hope for me again
A9 E Bm7
Oh, A new day's dawning
Dm
The sun is shining
Passage: A Bm-A
A E
Yesterday I lost
Em7 D
Everything I had and loved
A E
Then I cried out for You, Lord
Em7 D
And You came and picked me up
Dm A
And the sorrow lasted through the night
Dm E
But the joy came with the morn
Chorus:…….
Bm
I will lift my voice
F#m – Bm – C#m – D 2x
No, I won't be silent
Bm
For You heard my cry
D
And You turned my mourning into dancing
E
And so forever I'll sing
Chorus:…….
Final: A E Em7 D
How to play The Sun Is Shining
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is A9. 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.