What does it take?
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G A Em C X2
G A
Em G A
I stood up, you stayed in your chair
Em G
You didn’t get it, you even looked putout
A C G
But I had no doubt, you’d see the change and someday do the same
A Em
That was quite awhile ago
C G D G A
The days are getting shorter, they’re expecting record lows
Em G A
If you could hear me pray tonight,
Em G
would you be angry or suprised
A C G
To hear your name announced, followed by a pause, or even tears
A Em
Like I’ve done for all these years
C G D
The days are getting shorter, I suspect it’s gonna snow
G A Em C G
What does it take to make you see, the love inside of me?
A Em C G
What does it take to make you see, the truth that I believe?
A Em C F Em
What does it take to make you see, the pain it’s causing me?
F Em
Why can’t you see?
G A Em X2
C G D
The days are getting shorter, but I won’t surrender hope
G A Em C G
What does it take to make you see the love inside of me?
A Em C G
What does it take to make you see, the truth that I believe?
A Em C G
Is there a stone I’ve left unturned? Is there a way I’ve not explored?
A Em C F Em F Em
What does it take to shake your world? To turn you to my Lord?
G A Em C X4 G
How to play What does it take?
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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.