You Will Be Free
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E C#m B E x2
E A E B
Before you existed, before you were born
E A B
Before we were taken, before we were torn
E A E B
We were at peace, love all we knew
E A B
Before we were taken away from you
C#m A B E Eb/E
Know we are far, know that we burn
A B
Know we are close, oh, know we will return
E A B E
We are alive, we will fight to the end
E A B E
You will be free, you will be free soon again
E C#m B E x2
E A E B
Before you could speak, Before you could stress
E A B
Before you were aware of this terrible mess
E A E B
We were at peace, love all we knew
E A B
Until we were taken away from you
C#m A B E Eb/E
Know we are far, know that we burn
A B
Know we are close, oh, know we will return
C#m E A
E
Yeah, we will return
C#m E B
C#m A B E Eb/E
Know we are far, know that we burn
A B
Know we are close, oh, know we will return
E A B E
We are alive, we will fight to the end
E A B E
You will be free, you will be free soon again
E A B E
We are alive, we will fight to the end
E A B E
You will be free, you will be free soon again
E C#m B E x2
How to play You Will Be Free
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 E. 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.