I've Waited As Long As I Can
intermediate

I've Waited As Long As I Can

Key: G
Chords: 3

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Chord Chart

A

G
G
C
C
G
G
D
D
G
G
C
C
G
D
G
G

B

G
G
G
G
G
G
D
D
G
G
C
C
G
D
G
G
Chords used: C D G

Lyrics

I've waited for you and I've always been true But this waiting no longer I can stand I know you've had time dear to make up your mind I've waited as long as I can
I'm waiting to hear you say you love me And long for the day you take my hand I asked again last night for your love so divine I've waited as long as I can
Done all I can do said all I can say Oh why can't I make you understand I wanted you for mine but I'm wasting my time I've waited as long as I can Now I'll just say goodbye the tears fall from my eyes For you have made it plain that I can't win No one will ever know the pain that I've been through I've waited as long as I can

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About This Song

I've Waited As Long As I Can is a classic bluegrass heartbreak song made famous by the Stanley Brothers in the 1960s. Its straightforward three-chord progression and steady tempo make it accessible for newer players while still delivering that traditional mountain sound Ralph Stanley was known for.

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