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God Bless America
The story behind the song
Irving Berlin's "God Bless America" is a heartfelt prayer, asking for divine guidance and blessing for the United States, a land the singer loves. Originally written in 1918, it was revised and introduced in 1938 as a "peace song," becoming widely known through Kate Smith's rendition. The song speaks to a deep connection to home, sweet home, seeing it watched over by a light from above through the night. It has become an enduring cultural staple, often heard at public gatherings and sporting events.
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God Bless America
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God Bless America
by Irving Berlin
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About God Bless America Chords by Irving Berlin
Learn how to play God Bless America by Irving Berlin with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “God Bless America chords”, “God Bless America guitar chords”, or “Irving Berlin God Bless America 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 God Bless America chords and for experienced players who want accurate God Bless America lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include G, D, D7, G7, C, E.
FAQ — God Bless America by Irving Berlin
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What key is "God Bless America" in?
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