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A Cowboys Prayer

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verse 1) 
Lord, AI've never lived where churches grow,  
I loved creation better as it sEtood, 
That day you finished it so long ago, 
And looked upon your work and called it gAood, 
(verse 2) 
I know Athat others find you in the light, 
That sifted down through tinted window pEanes, 
And yet I seem to feel you near tonight 
In this dim , quiet starlight on the Aplains, 
(verse 3) 
I thaAnk you, Lord, that I'm placed so well, 
That you've made my freedom so coEmplete, 
That I'm no slave to whistle, clock or bell, 
Nor weak eyed prisoner of Wall StAreet, 
(verse 4) 
Just let Ame live my life as I've begun, 
And give me work that's open to the sEky, 
Make me a partner of the wind and sun, 
And I won't ask a life that's soft or Ahigh, 
(verse 5) 
Let me bAe easy on the man that's down, 
Let me be square and generous with Eall, 
I'm careless sometimes, Lord, when I'm in town, 
But never let 'em say I'm mean or sAmall 

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The story behind the song

Johnny Cash's music often explored themes of sorrow, moral tribulation, and redemption, especially in his later work. His distinctive bass-baritone voice and the "train-like chugging guitar rhythms" of his backing band, the Tennessee Three, became hallmarks of his sound. He was known for a rebellious spirit that later evolved into a more somber and humble demeanor, often performing free concerts in prisons. This song embodies the direct, heartfelt communication often found in his work, offering a moment of quiet reflection.

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

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A Cowboys Prayer

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verse 1)

Lord, I've never lived where churches grow,

I loved creation better as it stood,

That day you finished it so long ago,

And looked upon your work and called it good,

(verse 2)

I know that others find you in the light,

That sifted down through tinted window panes,

And yet I seem to feel you near tonight

In this dim , quiet starlight on the plains,

(verse 3)

I thank you, Lord, that I'm placed so well,

That you've made my freedom so complete,

That I'm no slave to whistle, clock or bell,

Nor weak eyed prisoner of Wall Street,

(verse 4)

Just let me live my life as I've begun,

And give me work that's open to the sky,

Make me a partner of the wind and sun,

And I won't ask a life that's soft or high,

(verse 5)

Let me be easy on the man that's down,

Let me be square and generous with all,

I'm careless sometimes, Lord, when I'm in town,

But never let 'em say I'm mean or small

About A Cowboys Prayer Chords by Johnny Cash

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

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