Whisper My Name
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Whisper My Name
By Randy Travis
Intro:D G/D D G/D D G/D D G/D
G/D D G/D D G/D
I heard a freight train out across the way
D A
I heard a woman sing Amazing Grace
D G D Bm
I heard a night bird call to its mate
D A D
When I heard you whisper my name
D G D
I heard freedom break its chain
A
I heard a heart beat where once on sound remained
D G D Bm
I heard angels rise and praise
D A D
When I heard you whisper my name
Chorus:
A G D
I heard music bring a heart of stone to tears
A G D
I heard peace ring like an anthem through the years
G D Bm
And I heard hatred fall from grace
D A G
When I heard you whisper my name
D/F# D A G Bm A
D G D
Beating softly against the waves
A
Fell a sound of an early morning rain
D G D Bm
And though the lighting and thunder came
D A D
I still heard you whisper my name
To Chorus:
G D Bm
And I heard angels rise and praise
D A G D
When I heard you whisper my name
How to play Whisper My Name
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is D. 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.