Surrendering Chords by Rachel Platten

Surrendering chords by Rachel Platten

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Surrendering by Rachel Platten: Guitar, Bass & Songwriting Insights

"Surrendering" by Rachel Platten features a simple chord progression with a prominent acoustic guitar strumming pattern. The song showcases Platten's powerful vocals and heartfelt lyrics, supported by a driving drum beat and subtle bassline. The production is polished, with layered harmonies and a soaring chorus. The guitar work is straightforward but effective, adding to the emotional intensity of the track.

Difficulty: Intermediate

Intro:
Cmaj7 D  Am7  G
C     D  Am7  G


Verse 1:
C     D            Am7           G
I'm exhausted from holdin' on so tight
C           D                Am7                  G
The rope is slippin', and my knuckles are turnin' white
C     D                  Am7           G
Tryna force things is no way to live a life
        C                           Cm
Give me love, give me loss, give me everything

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Chorus:
G                  F
My hands are open, I'm letting go
C                           A7
I'll find my freedom when I lose control
    G D        Gsus4      C            G
And I'm givin' in, let me lose, let me win
    D        G
I'm surrenderin'


Verse 2:
C        D        Am7              G
No one's perfect, God knows that I tried
C                 D           Am7            G
But at least, I'm learnin' to not resist the tide
C        D                 Am7            G
I have a feelin' thesе are holy tears I'm cryin'
        C                       Cm
Let 'еm out, let it in, give me everything


Chorus:
G                  F
My hands are open, I'm letting go
C                           A7
I'll find my freedom when I lose control
    G D        Gsus4      C            G
And I'm givin' in, let me lose, let me win
    D        G
I'm surrenderin'
    G D        Gsus4        C          G
And I'm givin' in, feel the rain on my skin
    D        G
I'm surrenderin'


Bridge:
Cmaj7                         C
Where there's rain, there's a rainbow
    G          D        C
And everything heals in time
Cmaj7                     C
And I don't know what I'm afraid of
     Gsus4                   D
When life's just a beautiful ride


Chorus:
G                  F
My hands are open, I'm letting go
C                   A7
The wind'll take me where she blows
    G D        Gsus4      C            G
And I'm givin' in, let me lose, let me win
    D        G
I'm surrenderin'
     G D        Gsus4        C          G
Yeah I'm givin' in, feel the rain on my skin
    D        A7sus4
I'm surrenderin'
G   D        G
I'm surrenderin

Published: July 4, 2025

Last updated: July 4, 2025

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