The Wind Beneath My Wings
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C F
It must have been cold there in my shadow
C F F C/E
To never have sunlight in your face
Dm G
And you can content to let me shine
Dm G
You always walked a step behind
C F
I was the one with all the glory
C F F C/E
While you were the one with all the strength
Dm G
Only a face without a name
Dm G E/G#
I never once heard you complain
Am F F7M F C C G/B
Did you ever know that you're my hero
Am F C C G/B
And everything I would like to be
Am F F7M F C C G/B
I can fly higher than an eagle
Dm G
Cause you are the wind beneath my wings
C
It might have appeared to go unnoticed
F C/E
But I've got it all here in my heart
Dm G
I want you to know, I know the truth, yes i do
Dm G E/G#
I would be nothing without you
Am F C C G/B
Did you ever know that you're my hero
Am F C G/B Am G
And everything I would like to be
Am F C C G/B
I can fly higher than an eagle
Dm G
Cause you are the wind beneath my wings
( Am Em D B/D# )
( Gm D# C D)
( Gm D# C C )
( C F C )
( F D/F# )
Gm D# A# A# F/A
Did you ever know that you're my hero
Gm D# A# F/A Gm F
And everything I would like to be
Gm D# A# A# F/A
I can fly higher than an eagle
Cm F
Cause you are the wind beneath my wings
Am F C C G/B
Did you ever know that you're my hero
Am F C G/B Am G
And everything I would like to be
Am F C C G/B
I can fly higher than an eagle
Dm G
Cause you are the wind beneath my wings
Am F G
Cause you are the wind beneath my wings
Am F G
Cause you are the wind beneath my wings
Am F G Am
Cause you are the wind beneath my wings
How to play The Wind Beneath My Wings
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 C. 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.