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Holding Things Together

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GHolding D7Things GTogether
Ain't no easy G7thing to Cdo
When it comes to raising Gchildren
It's a job  meant for D7two
GAlice D7please beGlieve me
I can't go G7on and Con
Holding things GtogetherD7  
With you Ggone
Today was D7Angie's Gbirthday
I guess it G7slipped your Cmind
I tried twice to Gcall you
But no answer either D7time
But the Gpostman D7brought a Gpresent
I mailed G7some days Cago
I just signed it love from Gmama
So D7Angie wouldn't Gknow
GHolding D7Things GTogether
Ain't no easy G7thing to Cdo
When it comes to raising Gchildren
It's a job  meant for D7two
GAlice D7please beGlieve me
I can't go G7on and Con
Holding things GtogetherD7  
With you Ggone

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The story behind the song

Merle Haggard was a towering figure in country music, known for pioneering the Bakersfield sound and for a career that spanned over five decades. His music often explored themes relatable to the working class, reflecting his own journey from a troubled past to widespread acclaim. Playing his songs can feel like stepping into a piece of country music history, embodying the spirit of a true legend.

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Holding Things Together

by Merle Haggard

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G D7 G

Holding Things Together

G7 C

Ain't no easy thing to do

When it comes to raising children

It's a job meant for two

G D7 G

Alice please believe me

G7 C

I can't go on and on

G D7

Holding things together

With you gone

D7 G

Today was Angie's birthday

G7 C

I guess it slipped your mind

I tried twice to call you

But no answer either time

G D7 G

But the postman brought a present

G7 C

I mailed some days ago

I just signed it love from mama

D7 G

So Angie wouldn't know

G D7 G

Holding Things Together

G7 C

Ain't no easy thing to do

When it comes to raising children

It's a job meant for two

G D7 G

Alice please believe me

G7 C

I can't go on and on

G D7

Holding things together

With you gone

About Holding Things Together Chords by Merle Haggard

Learn how to play Holding Things Together by Merle Haggard with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Holding Things Together chords”, “Holding Things Together guitar chords”, or “Merle Haggard Holding Things Together 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 Holding Things Together chords and for experienced players who want accurate Holding Things Together lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include G, D7, G7, C.

FAQ — Holding Things Together by Merle Haggard

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Is "Holding Things Together" easy to play on guitar?

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What key is "Holding Things Together" in?

The chords for "Holding Things Together" show the original chord names (including G, D7, G7, C). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.