10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord) - Lyrics and Chords
Introduction
"10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord)" is a popular Christian worship song written by Matt Redman and Jonas Myrin. The song was released in 2011 as part of the album "10,000 Reasons" and has since become a staple in many churches around the world.
Lyrics
Verse 1
Bless the Lord, O my soul O my soul Worship His holy name Sing like never before O my soul I'll worship Your holy name
Chorus
10,000 reasons for my heart to sing Bless the Lord, O my soul O my soul Worship His holy name Sing like never before O my soul I'll worship Your holy name
Verse 2
Bless the Lord, O my soul O my soul Worship His holy name Sing like never before O my soul I'll worship Your holy name
Chorus
10,000 reasons for my heart to sing Bless the Lord, O my soul O my soul Worship His holy name Sing like never before O my soul I'll worship Your holy name
Bridge
And on that day When my strength is failing The end draws near And my time has come Still my soul will Sing Your praise Unending songs Forever I will sing
Chorus
10,000 reasons for my heart to sing Bless the Lord, O my soul O my soul Worship His holy name Sing like never before O my soul I'll worship Your holy name
Chords
Here are the chords for "10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord)":
- Verse: G - Em - C - D
- Chorus: G - D - Em - C
- Bridge: Am - F - G - C
Tips for Playing
- Use a moderate tempo and a steady strumming pattern to create a sense of movement and energy.
- Emphasize the 2nd and 4th beats in each measure to give the song a sense of forward motion.
- Use a combination of downstrokes and upstrokes to create a sense of dynamic contrast.
- Consider adding a simple lead guitar line or a synthesizer part to add texture and depth to the song.
Conclusion
"10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord)" is a powerful and uplifting worship song that has become a favorite among many Christians around the world. With its catchy melody and meaningful lyrics, this song is sure to inspire and motivate worshipers to bless the Lord with all their heart, soul, mind, and strength.
