The Voice
The story behind the song
"The Voice" delves into the insecurities and self-doubt that can accompany success, with its lyrics reflecting the stress of meeting expectations, dealing with criticism, and facing creative blocks. The title itself refers to the inner critic, that harshest voice within oneself. Written by Justin Hayward, this song from the 1981 album Long Distance Voyager captures a period of searching and insecurity for the writer, a feeling of being apart from what was going on around him. It plays like a personal reflection on the challenges of navigating one's creative and personal path.
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The Voice
by The Moody Blues
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About The Voice Chords by The Moody Blues
Learn how to play The Voice by The Moody Blues with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “The Voice chords”, “The Voice guitar chords”, or “The Moody Blues The Voice 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 Voice chords and for experienced players who want accurate The Voice lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Em, G, C, Am, F, D.
FAQ — The Voice by The Moody Blues
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Is "The Voice" easy to play on guitar?
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What key is "The Voice" in?
The chords for "The Voice" show the original chord names (including Em, G, C, Am, F, D). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.