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Anthem 84

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[Intro]
D  A   D  A   D
[Verse]
If you're Dlookin' for a Gfighter who'll deDfend you
GLove you for your freedom ID'm your mAan
DI ain't gonna lGeave you for the cDrazy things you're doin'
EDon't ask me to lend a helpin' Ahand
You were Dsuch a pretty Gdream as I rDemember
You were Dyoung and strong and GGod was on your Dside
But the Dvision slowly fGaded like the Dwonder from your eyes
AYou traded your compassion for your Dpride
[Chorus]
But I Dstill believe in Gall that belDieved in
And I Gpray to God that you wDill in the eAnd
You'll Dsee the golden Gchances that you're Dwastin'
And Abe the lovin' beauty that you Dcan
[Solo]
D  G  D  G  D  A D  G  D  A  D
[Chorus]
But I Dstill believe in Gall that we beDlieved in (yeah yeah)
And I Gpray to God that you wDill in the eAnd
And you'll Dsee the golden cGhances that you're Dwastin'
ABe the lovin' beauty that you Dcan
[Outro]
D  G  D  A  D

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The story behind the song

Johnny Cash's music often explored themes of sorrow, moral tribulation, and redemption, delivered in his deep, calm, bass-baritone voice. He was known for his rebellious spirit, which later softened into a more somber and humble demeanor, and for his distinctive "Man in Black" stage presence. This song, appearing on the Highwayman 2 release, carries the weight of an artist whose life and work were deeply intertwined with the human struggle. It plays like a powerful declaration, echoing the enduring spirit of his musical journey.

AI-written from these sources:Johnny Cash — Wikipedia ↗MusicBrainz ↗

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Anthem 84

by Johnny Cash

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

[Intro]

D A D A D

[Verse]

D G D

If you're lookin' for a fighter who'll defend you

G D A

Love you for your freedom I'm your man

D G D

I ain't gonna leave you for the crazy things you're doin'

E A

Don't ask me to lend a helpin' hand

D G D

You were such a pretty dream as I remember

D G D

You were young and strong and God was on your side

D G D

But the vision slowly faded like the wonder from your eyes

A D

You traded your compassion for your pride

[Chorus]

D G D

But I still believe in all that believed in

G D A

And I pray to God that you will in the end

D G D

You'll see the golden chances that you're wastin'

A D

And be the lovin' beauty that you can

[Solo]

D G D G D A D G D A D

[Chorus]

D G D

But I still believe in all that we believed in (yeah yeah)

G D A

And I pray to God that you will in the end

D G D

And you'll see the golden chances that you're wastin'

A D

Be the lovin' beauty that you can

[Outro]

D G D A D

About Anthem 84 Chords by Johnny Cash

Learn how to play Anthem 84 by Johnny Cash with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Anthem 84 chords”, “Anthem 84 guitar chords”, or “Johnny Cash Anthem 84 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 Anthem 84 chords and for experienced players who want accurate Anthem 84 lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include D, A, G, E.

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