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If I be Lifted Up lyrics and chords are provided for your personal use, it's a great country gospel song with a Bluegrass flavor, it was recorded by Emmy Lou Harris. These lyrics with chords will help you to learn this classic.
If I be Lifted Up
If I be Lifted Up
By Emmy Lou Harris
GD7
Down in the valley while on my knees
G
I asked my Jesus Help me please
C
He promised that He'd take care of me
GD7G
If I would lift Him up
He said If Ibe lifted up
He said If Ibe lifted up
I'll be your father I'll be your mother
CG
I'll be your sister and your brother
He said If Ibe lifted up
D7G
I'll bring joy joy joy to your soul
D7
When I am lonely when I am sad
G
My Jesus comes and makes me glad
C
He is the dearest friend I have had
GD7C
I want to lift Him up
Repeat #2
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Country and Bluegrass gospel music has the most influence on me, the lyrics are simple enough for us common folks to understand and often we can relate to the story. This is a good old song that has simple chords and lyrics and is fun and easy to do. Copy and paste If I be Lifted Up lyrics and chords, practice and enjoy.