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Leave A Light On

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[Verse 1]
DmThe second someone mentioned you were all alone
I could feBbel the trouble coursing through your veins
Now I kFnow, it's got a hCold
Just a pDmhone called left unanswered, had me sparking up
These cigBbarettes won't stop me wondering where you are
Don't let Fgo, keep a hCold
[Pre-Chorus]
If you lDmook into the distance, there's a house upon the hill
GBbuiding like a lighthouse to a place where you'll be
Safe to feel at grFace 'cause we've all made mistakes
If you've lost your wCay...
[Chorus]
I will leave the light DmonBb  
I will leave the light FonC  
I will leave the light DmonBb  
I will leave the light FonC  
[Verse 2]
TDmell me what's been happening, what's been on your mind
LBbately you've been searching for a darker place
To hFide, that's alrCight
But if you Dmcarry on abusing, you'll be robbed from us
I refBbuse to lose another friend to drugs
Just come hFome, don't let Cgo
[Pre-Chorus]
If you lDmook into the distance, there's a house upon the hill
GBbuiding like a lighthouse to a place where you'll be
Safe to feel at grFace 'cause we've all made mistakes
If you've lost your wCay...
[Chorus]
I will leave the light DmonBb  
I will leave the light FonC  
I will leave the light DmonBb  
I will leave the light FonC  
[Outro]
If you lDmook into the distance, there's a house upon the hill
GBbuiding like a lighthouse, it's a place where you'll be
Safe to feel at gFrace and if you've lost your way
If you've lost your wCay (I will leave the light on)
DmAnd I know you're down and out now, but I need you to be brave
BbHiding from the truth ain't gonna make this all okay
I'll see your pFain if you don't feel our grace
And you've lost your waCy
I will leave the light DmonBb  
I will leave the light FonC  
'Cause I will leave the light onDm  

All chords in this song (4)

The story behind the song

This song is a heartfelt message to a friend battling addiction, written by Tom Walker to let his friends and family know that they can openly discuss such struggles. It's an anthem of support and understanding, offering solace to those facing difficult times. Playing it, you're channeling that deep sense of care and hope for someone you want to see find their way back.

AI-written from these sources:Leave a Light On (Tom Walker song) — Wikipedia ↗Tom Walker (singer) — Wikipedia ↗MusicBrainz ↗

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Leave A Light On

by Tom Walker

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[Verse 1]

The second someone mentioned you were all alone

I could feel the trouble coursing through your veins

F C

Now I know, it's got a hold

Just a phone called left unanswered, had me sparking up

These cigarettes won't stop me wondering where you are

F C

Don't let go, keep a hold

[Pre-Chorus]

If you look into the distance, there's a house upon the hill

Guiding like a lighthouse to a place where you'll be

Safe to feel at grace 'cause we've all made mistakes

If you've lost your way...

[Chorus]

Dm Bb

I will leave the light on

F C

I will leave the light on

Dm Bb

I will leave the light on

F C

I will leave the light on

[Verse 2]

Tell me what's been happening, what's been on your mind

Lately you've been searching for a darker place

F C

To hide, that's alright

But if you carry on abusing, you'll be robbed from us

I refuse to lose another friend to drugs

F C

Just come home, don't let go

[Pre-Chorus]

If you look into the distance, there's a house upon the hill

Guiding like a lighthouse to a place where you'll be

Safe to feel at grace 'cause we've all made mistakes

If you've lost your way...

[Chorus]

Dm Bb

I will leave the light on

F C

I will leave the light on

Dm Bb

I will leave the light on

F C

I will leave the light on

[Outro]

If you look into the distance, there's a house upon the hill

Guiding like a lighthouse, it's a place where you'll be

Safe to feel at grace and if you've lost your way

If you've lost your way (I will leave the light on)

And I know you're down and out now, but I need you to be brave

Hiding from the truth ain't gonna make this all okay

I'll see your pain if you don't feel our grace

And you've lost your way

Dm Bb

I will leave the light on

F C

I will leave the light on

'Cause I will leave the light on

About Leave A Light On Chords by Tom Walker

Learn how to play Leave A Light On by Tom Walker with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Leave A Light On chords”, “Leave A Light On guitar chords”, or “Tom Walker Leave A Light On 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 Leave A Light On chords and for experienced players who want accurate Leave A Light On lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Dm, Bb, F, C.

FAQ — Leave A Light On by Tom Walker

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What key is "Leave A Light On" in?

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