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The Old Rugged Cross chords by
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Key: C major•
Intro 1
C
C

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Verse 1
C
C

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On a hill far away
F
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Dm
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Stood an old rugged cross
G
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C
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The emblem of suffering and shame
C
C

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And I love that old cross
F
F

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Dm
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Where my dearest and be st
G
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C
C

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For a world of lost sinners was slain
G
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Am
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C
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So I'll cherish the old running cross
F
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Till my trophies at last I lay down
G
G

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Am
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C
C

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F
F

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I will cling to the old running cross
Dm
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on my life,
C
C

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G
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G
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and he changed it someday for a price.
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C

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To the old rugged cross,
F
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Dm
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I will ever be true.
G
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C
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It's shame and reproach gladly bear
C
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Then you'll call me someday
F
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To my home far away
Dm
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C
C

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Where His glory forever I'll share
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Am
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C
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So I'll cherish the old ragged cross
F
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G

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And my trophies at last I may have
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F
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Dm
Dm

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I will cling to the old ragged cross
C
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G
G

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C

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And it's change someday for all the proud
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Am
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I will cling to the old
Edim
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F
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Dm
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brand of gold
C
C

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And it's change someday
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G
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for all the proud
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And exchange it someday for a crown
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An acoustic guitar head with tuning pegs

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Chords

  • C

  • F

  • Dm

  • G

  • Am

  • Edim

Capo: No capo

Transpose: 0

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of The Old Rugged Cross?

The original key of The Old Rugged Cross by The Boogie Kings is C major.

What are the main chords for The Old Rugged Cross?

The primary chords used in The Old Rugged Cross are C, F, Dm, G, Am, Edim.

Do I need a capo to play The Old Rugged Cross?

No capo is required for this song.

Is The Old Rugged Cross beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like C, F, Dm, G, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of The Old Rugged Cross?

The tempo of The Old Rugged Cross is approximately 73 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for The Old Rugged Cross?

You can easily change the key of The Old Rugged Cross using our Transpose button located in the toolbar. This will automatically update all chord diagrams on the page to match your new key.

Can I print the guitar chords for The Old Rugged Cross?

Yes! Click the Print icon to generate a clean, one-page version of the chords and lyrics for The Old Rugged Cross. This is perfect for practicing offline or adding to a physical songbook.

Is there a tuner available for The Old Rugged Cross?

Yes, we have integrated a Mini-Tuner directly on this page. Use it to quickly check your string pitch (Standard Tuning: E A D G B E) before you start playing along with The Boogie Kings.

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