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Take The Time

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       CFCF
intro:    
Verse 1:
C                             F
You can turn around and walk away
C                                     F
Tell yourself there’s nothing here to see
C                              F
Try so hard to look the other way
C                               F
As if you haven’t noticed anything
Coda:
G
You do it to the least of these
F
You do it to me
F                   C   F
You gotta take the time
F                   C   F
You gotta take the time
Verse 2:
C                              F
Shallow is the voice of no concern
C                                       F
Running through the bridges that we have burned
C                               F
You can’t even feel your own demise
C                                   F
So how can you pretend to lead the blind
Coda X1
      CFCFCFCFG
Solo:         
Bridge:
G
I’m the hungry and the weak
F
Can you even see me
G
I’m the stranger all alone
F
Won’t you welcome me home
G
I’m the naked and ashamed
F
Won’t you look my way
F                       G C
You gotta take the time
F                       G C
You gotta take the time
Chorus: 
C                                     F
You gotta take, take, take, take the time X7
Ending:
G    F        C
You take the time

Take The Time chords and lyrics

Free chords for Take The Time by MercyMe. Scroll the interactive sheet above or read the chord names inline below.

intro: C F C F
Verse 1:
Coda:
Verse 2:
Coda X1
Solo: C F C F C F C F G
Bridge:
Chorus: 
Ending:

Take The Time Chords by MercyMe

Learn how to play Take The Time by MercyMe with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Take The Time chords”, “Take The Time guitar chords”, or “MercyMe Take The Time 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 Take The Time chords and for experienced players who want accurate Take The Time lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include C, F, G.

Frequently asked questions about Take The Time

How do I play "Take The Time" by MercyMe on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Take The Time" by MercyMe on Free Chord Book. Tap any chord to see its diagram, use transpose to change the key, and turn on auto-scroll to play hands-free.

Are the chords for "Take The Time" by MercyMe free?

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Can I transpose "Take The Time" to a different key?

Yes. Use the transpose buttons on the song page to shift "Take The Time" up or down by half-steps so it matches your vocal range or capo position.

Can I see chord diagrams for "Take The Time"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "Take The Time" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "Take The Time" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Take The Time" by MercyMe with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by MercyMe below.

What key is "Take The Time" in?

The chords for "Take The Time" show the original chord names (including C, F, G). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.