When Love Was Born
View chords used in this chart
G C G C
Starlight shines, the night is still, the shepherds watching from a hill
G D C G
I close my eyes and see the night, when love was born
G C G C
A perfect child gently waits, a mother bends to kiss Gods face
G D C G
I close my eyes and see the night, when love was born
Am C G D
Angels fill the midnight sky and they sing
Am C G D
Hallelujah He is Christ our King!
Interlude
G C G C
Emmanuel, Prince of Peace, Love come down for you and me
G C G C
Heavens gift, the Holy spark to light the way inside our hearts
G C G C
G C G C
Bethlehem through your small door came the hope we've waited for
G D C G
The world was changed forever more when love was born
G D C G
I close my eyes and see the night, when love was born..
How to play When Love Was Born
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.