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Key: A
β Verse 1:
A
Closer to Thee, my Father, draw me,
D A
I long for Thine embrace;
E
Closer within Thine arms enfold me,
D A
I seek a resting place.
β Chorus:
A D
Closer with the cords of love,
A E
Draw me to Thyself above;
A D A E A
Closer draw me, To Thyself above.
β Verse 2:
A
Closer to Thee, my Saviour, draw me
D A
Nor let me leave Thee more;
E
Fain would I feel Thine arms around me,
D A
And count my wanderings o'er.
β Chorus:
A D
Closer with the cords of love,
A E
Draw me to Thyself above;
A D A E A
Closer draw me, To Thyself above.
β Verse 3:
A
Closer by Thy sweet Spirit draw me
D A
Till I am all like Thee;
E
Quicken, refine, and wash, and cleanse me,
D A
Till I am pure and free.
β Chorus:
A D
Closer with the cords of love,
A E
Draw me to Thyself above;
A D A E A
Closer draw me, To Thyself above.
Song History
Published: March 2, 2024
Last Updated: September 10, 2025