Now playing

The Prayer

Chords

4.811 votes

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

Dminor

90BPM

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

Intro
(C,F,A)  Dm/Bb(G,Bb,A)   C/F   F   C/D(D,E,F)
 Db/Ab    Ab   Bbm(C,Db,Eb)    Fsus4  F  
Verse 1
I pray you'll be our eyes, And Dm/Bbwatch us where Cwe goF  F/A  
And help us to be wise,     Dm/BbIn timeCs when we don't knowEb/F  F  
Let this be our prayer, When Gmwe Close our wayBb  Asus4  A  Dm  
Lead us to a placeDm/Bb, Guide Dmus with your graceC/A  
BbTo a place where we'll be sF/CafeC  Fsus4  F  
Verse 2
I pray we'll find your light,        Dm/BbAnCd hold it in our heartsF  F/A  
When stars go out each night,       RemiDm/Bbnd us wChere you areEb/F  F  
Let this be our prayer, When GmshCadows fill our dayBb  Asus4  A  Dm  
Lead us to a placeDm/Bb,    GuDmide us with your graceC/A  
BbGive us faith so we'll be sF/CafeC  Fsus4  F  
Bridge
A world where pain and sC/Bborrow Bbwill be endedBb/F  F  
And every heart thaC/Bbt's brBboken will be mendedGm/F  F  
And we'll rememF/Bbber we C/Bbare all God's cBbhildrenGm/F  F  
C/DReaching out to touch yoDb/Abu, ReaAbchinBbmg to the skyFsus4  F  
Key Change to Bb
We ask that life be kind, AnGm/Ebd watch Fus from aboveBb  Bb/D  
We hope each soul will find,        AGm/Ebnother Fsoul to loveAb/Bb  Bb  
Let this be our prayer, JCmust Flike every childEb  Dsus4  D  
Needs to find a place,Guide Gm/Ebus with your graceBb/D  
EbGive us faith so we'll Bb/Fbe safFeBb  Bb  F/A  
GmNeeds to find Fa placeGm/Eb,Guide Gmus with your gGm/EbraceF/D  
EbGive us faith so we'll Bb/Fbe       FsGbafe Ab  Bb  

All chords in this song (24)

🎸 Tips from players

Got a tip for playing this song — capo position, easier chords, strumming? Be the first to share one.

Chord Book

670,000+ free guitar chords · free-chords.com

The Prayer

by Yolanda Adams

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

Dm/Bb

C/F

C/D

Db/Ab

Bbm

Fsus4

F/A

Eb/F

Asus4

C/A

F/C

C/Bb

Intro

C F A Dm/Bb G Bb A C/F F C/D D E F

(,,) (,,) (,,)

Db/Ab Ab Bbm C Db Eb Fsus4 F

(,,)

Verse 1

Dm/Bb C F F/A

I pray you'll be our eyes, And watch us where we go

Dm/Bb C Eb/F F

And help us to be wise, In times when we don't know

Gm C Bb Asus4 A Dm

Let this be our prayer, When we lose our way

Dm/Bb Dm C/A

Lead us to a place, Guide us with your grace

Bb F/C C Fsus4 F

To a place where we'll be safe

Verse 2

Dm/Bb C F F/A

I pray we'll find your light, And hold it in our hearts

Dm/Bb C Eb/F F

When stars go out each night, Remind us where you are

Gm C Bb Asus4 A Dm

Let this be our prayer, When shadows fill our day

Dm/Bb Dm C/A

Lead us to a place, Guide us with your grace

Bb F/C C Fsus4 F

Give us faith so we'll be safe

Bridge

C/Bb Bb Bb/F F

A world where pain and sorrow will be ended

C/Bb Bb Gm/F F

And every heart that's broken will be mended

F/Bb C/Bb Bb Gm/F F

And we'll remember we are all God's children

C/D Db/Ab Ab Bbm Fsus4 F

Reaching out to touch you, Reaching to the sky

Key Change to Bb

Gm/Eb F Bb Bb/D

We ask that life be kind, And watch us from above

Gm/Eb F Ab/Bb Bb

We hope each soul will find, Another soul to love

Cm F Eb Dsus4 D

Let this be our prayer, Just like every child

Gm/Eb Bb/D

Needs to find a place,Guide us with your grace

Eb Bb/F F Bb Bb F/A

Give us faith so we'll be safe

Gm F Gm/Eb Gm Gm/Eb F/D

Needs to find a place,Guide us with your grace

Eb Bb/F F Gb Ab Bb

Give us faith so we'll be safe

About The Prayer Chords by Yolanda Adams

Learn how to play The Prayer by Yolanda Adams with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “The Prayer chords”, “The Prayer guitar chords”, or “Yolanda Adams The Prayer chords” and you will find this page — transpose to any key, tap chords for diagrams, and use auto-scroll while you play. Perfect for beginners looking for easy The Prayer chords and for experienced players who want accurate The Prayer lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include C, F, A, Dm/Bb, G, Bb.

FAQ — The Prayer by Yolanda Adams

How do I play "The Prayer" by Yolanda Adams on guitar?

Open the free chords for "The Prayer" by Yolanda Adams on Free Chord Book. Tap any chord to see its diagram, use transpose to change the key, and turn on auto-scroll to play hands-free.

Are the chords for "The Prayer" by Yolanda Adams free?

Yes. The chords for "The Prayer" by Yolanda Adams are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "The Prayer" to a different key?

Yes. Use the transpose buttons on the song page to shift "The Prayer" up or down by half-steps so it matches your vocal range or capo position.

Can I see chord diagrams for "The Prayer"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "The Prayer" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "The Prayer" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "The Prayer" by Yolanda Adams with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Yolanda Adams below.

What key is "The Prayer" in?

The chords for "The Prayer" show the original chord names (including C, F, A, Dm/Bb, G, Bb). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.