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Waiting Time - Willie Nelson
[Verse 1]
DThis is the waiting time: GI wait for yDou.
While you make Aup your mind just what you wanna Ddo.
They say that things worthwhile Gare worth waiting Dfor,
And you're worth so Amuch to me, I'll wait for ever Dmore.G  D  
[Verse 2]
There was a Ghurting time, I hurt you Dso;
Then came the Eparting time, I watched you Ago.
But you said Dperhaps, in time, Gour love could still Dbe.
So this is the Awaiting time, and I'll just wait and Dsee.G  D  
[Instrumental]
A   D G D
[Verse 3]
There was a Ghurting time, I hurt you Dso;
Then came the Eparting time, I watched you Ago.
But you said Dperhaps, in time, Gour love could still Dbe.
So this is the Awaiting time, and I'll just wait and Dsee.G  D  

All chords in this song (4)

The story behind the song

"Waiting Time" comes from Willie Nelson, a foundational figure in outlaw country music known for his distinctive guitar playing and songwriting. His career took off in the 1970s, establishing him as one of country music's most recognized artists. Playing this song connects you to the world of an artist who shaped a unique path in music, reflecting a spirit of independence and deep musicality.

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Waiting Time

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Waiting Time - Willie Nelson

[Verse 1]

D G D

This is the waiting time: I wait for you.

A D

While you make up your mind just what you wanna do.

G D

They say that things worthwhile are worth waiting for,

A D G D

And you're worth so much to me, I'll wait for ever more.

[Verse 2]

G D

There was a hurting time, I hurt you so;

E A

Then came the parting time, I watched you go.

D G D

But you said perhaps, in time, our love could still be.

A D G D

So this is the waiting time, and I'll just wait and see.

[Instrumental]

A D G D

[Verse 3]

G D

There was a hurting time, I hurt you so;

E A

Then came the parting time, I watched you go.

D G D

But you said perhaps, in time, our love could still be.

A D G D

So this is the waiting time, and I'll just wait and see.

About Waiting Time Chords by Willie Nelson

Learn how to play Waiting Time by Willie Nelson with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Waiting Time chords”, “Waiting Time guitar chords”, or “Willie Nelson Waiting Time 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 Waiting Time chords and for experienced players who want accurate Waiting Time lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include D, G, A, E.

FAQ — Waiting Time by Willie Nelson

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Many players learn "Waiting Time" by Willie Nelson with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Willie Nelson below.

What key is "Waiting Time" in?

The chords for "Waiting Time" show the original chord names (including D, G, A, E). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.