Let It Be Me
The story behind the song
"Let It Be Me" is an English-language cover of a French song originally written as an apology. The song carries a powerful sense of devotion and longing, as the singer yearns to be the one chosen for love, comfort, and companionship. The Everly Brothers recorded their version in 1959, bringing their signature close harmonies to this heartfelt plea. At its heart, it's a song about wanting to be everything to someone you cherish.
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Let It Be Me
by The Everly Brothers
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About Let It Be Me Chords by The Everly Brothers
Learn how to play Let It Be Me by The Everly Brothers with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Let It Be Me chords”, “Let It Be Me guitar chords”, or “The Everly Brothers Let It Be Me 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 Let It Be Me chords and for experienced players who want accurate Let It Be Me lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include G, D, Em, Bm, C, Am.
FAQ — Let It Be Me by The Everly Brothers
How do I play "Let It Be Me" by The Everly Brothers on guitar?
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Can I transpose "Let It Be Me" to a different key?
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Is "Let It Be Me" easy to play on guitar?
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What key is "Let It Be Me" in?
The chords for "Let It Be Me" show the original chord names (including G, D, Em, Bm, C, Am). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.