This is played with standard tuning but in the recording it is played a half step
down. I think it sounds really great a half step down, that's how I play it. This
is one of the most amazing songs I've ever heard, enjoy.
Intro – F – C – C – Am -- F – C - G
V1
F C Am
It’s been a long hard road, but he wouldn’t change a thing
F C G
From the scars on his hands to wedding ring
F C Am
He said I’m being called home, son, my time is running out
F C G
But don’t you sweat the little things, there ain’t no room for doubt
F G Am
It’s ok to cry a little bit,
F G
But you’ve still got your life, start living it
CH
F G Am
Hold your girl a little longer
F G Am
Take your faith, get it stronger
F G C G/B Am G F
Make the time to say the loving things you want to say,
G
Everyday
F G
‘Cause this life’s all you’re gonna get
F – C – C – Am – F – C – G (intro progression)
Start living it
V2
I bet your mom’s prepared a feast way up in the clouds
It’s been a year since she’s gone, and I can almost see her now
(He said) If I could go back and do it all again
You know I’d live every single day, like it’s the end
It’s ok to cry a little bit
But you’ve still got your life, start living it
BR
F C G Am
Take your time, slow it down
F C G
Enjoy the love you’ve got all around