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Let Lazarus Rest

J. D. Crawford

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Let Lazarus Rest by J. D. Crawford in the key of C

Level: Beginner Decade: 2010s Genre: Country / Folk Theme: Spiritual / Faith Mood: Sad / Melancholy View Lyrics Youtube 
J. D. Crawford
April 2013
Let Lazarus Rest

Verse 1
CIf Jesus Had Had An Ounce Of CompC6assion, He’d HaveF Let Poor LazarF6us Rest
CIf Jesus Had Known The Price Of His C6Passion, He’d HavFe Played It Close To TheF6 Vest
But MarG7y And Martha Were Crying Like Babies, And FJesus Had To Do His BF6est
Let Lazarus RCest  C6    C       C6​

Verse 2
CLazarus Was Just A WC6orking Man, HeF Toiled Every Day Of HisF6 Life
He RaCised Six Kids And HeC6 Paid For His House, And EverFy Night He Went Home To HiF6s Wife
He NeG7ver Backed Down And He Never Gave Up,F Lazarus Was One OfF6 Us
Let Lazarus RCestC6     C    C6​

Chorus
FLazarus Finally FF6ound The Peace He CoulCd Never Find On C6Earth
FJesus Reached His Hand Right F6Down In The Grave, And PulleCd Lazarus Out Of TheC6 Dirt
Dust Off Your SG7hirt, Get Back To FWork F6​
Let Lazarus RCestC6   C  C6​

Verse 3
CI Work Building Houses,C6 In ThFe Cold, The Rain, TheF6 Heat
CI Teach Your Kids And I C6Drive Your Trucks, SiFx Days A F6Week
I G7Pick Up Your Trash And I Walk The Beat
And I’Fve Got Aching Feet
Let Lazarus RCest C6    C   C6​

Verse 4
That CLucky Old Sun Rolls AcC6ross The Sky, FNothing Else To Do AlF6l Day
And UCp In Heaven They C6Float On Clouds, FFind A Soft Spot ToF6 Lay
But I’ve Got BiG7lls To Pay, No FPlace ToF6 Lay
Let Lazarus ReCst C6    C   C6​

Chorus
FLazarus Finally FF6ound The Peace He CoulCd Never Find On EarC6th
FJesus Reached His Hand Down F6Into The Grave, And PulleCd Lazarus Out Of TheC6 Dirt
Dust Off Your ShirtG7, Get Back To WoFrk F6​
Let Lazarus ResCt C6    C   C6​
IfC Jesus Had Had An Ounce Of C6Compassion, He’d Have Let Poor Lazarus ReFs  F6​
Also available in: E (Original) D G A

FAQ

What are the chords for Let Lazarus Rest?

The chords for Let Lazarus Rest are: C, C6, F, F6, G7

What is the original key of Let Lazarus Rest?

The original key is E.

What is the difficulty of playing Let Lazarus Rest?

The difficulty level is Beginner.

Can I play Let Lazarus Rest in another key?

Yes. You can transpose the song to any key using the transpose feature.

Can Let Lazarus Rest be played on an acoustic guitar?

Yes. The chords work for both acoustic and electric guitar.

Can I play Let Lazarus Rest on ukulele?

Chord Let Lazarus Rest can be played on guitar or ukulele using their respective chord shapes.

How many chords are used in Let Lazarus Rest?

Let Lazarus Rest uses 5 chords: C, C6, F, F6, G7

What is the easiest way to play Let Lazarus Rest?

You can use the transpose feature to change the key to one that better matches your vocal range or uses easier chord shapes.

What decade was Let Lazarus Rest released in?

Let Lazarus Rest was released in the 2010s. See more 2010s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Let Lazarus Rest?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Let Lazarus Rest to beginner-friendly chords - it drops advanced extensions like maj7, m7, and 9ths without changing the song's key or progression.

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