What A Lovely Name
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Capo 4
C F C
There's a name above all others,
G7 C
Wonderful to hear, bringing hope and cheer.
C F C
It's the lovely name of Jesus,
G7 C
Evermore the same, what a lovely name.
C F C
What a lovely name, the name of Jesus.
G7 C
Reaching higher far than the brightest star.
F C
Sweeter than the songs they sing in heaven.
G7 C
Let the world proclaim, what a lovely name.
C F C
He'll return in clouds of glory,
G7 C
Saints of ev'ry race, shall behold His face.
C F C
and with Him enter heaven's city,
G7 C
Ever to acclaim, what a lovely name.
C F C
O What a lovely name, this name called Jesus.
G7 C
Reaching higher far than the brightest star.
F C
and it's sweeter than the songs they sing in heaven.
G7 C
Let the world proclaim, what a lovely name.
C F C
O what a lovely name, the name called Jesus.
G7 C
Reaching higher far than the brightest star.
F C
It's sweeter than all the songs they sing in heaven.
G7 C
Let the world proclaim, evermore the same
G7 C
what a lovely name.
How to play What A Lovely Name
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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.