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Turn This World Around (A Song For Nelson Mandela) chords by
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Verse 1
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We heard it from Mandela,
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turn this world around
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For the children, turn this world around
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He's done it once before,
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and now we hear is called for
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the children to turn this world around.
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Turn, turn, turn.
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Turn this world around.

Turn, turn.
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Turn this world around for the children.
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Turn this world around.
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The dreams of our young ones,
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born into this world,
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need respect and love to come alive.
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Honoring the children
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is what we're here to do.
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Now is the hour
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and we've got the power to turn,

turn, turn.
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Turn this world around for the children.
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Turn this world around.

Turn, turn, turn.
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Turn this world around for the children.
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Turn this world around.
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If every nation's leaders
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put their children first,
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Gm
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Care and provide for every child
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Each and every household
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could sing a song of joy
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And all round this planet,
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a new light within it could
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Turn, turn, turn, turn this world around
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For the children, turn this world around
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Turn, turn, turn, turn this world around
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For the children, turn this world around
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And the children sing,
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help our light to shine

May we all be fed,
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may we all be loved
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May the elders hear,
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open up their hearts

to this song of ours.
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May they do their part.
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May our dreams unfold.
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May we find our place

in a healthy world,
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embracing every race.
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May we all be free.
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May we live in peace.
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Hear the children sing.
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Hear us sing.
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Turn, turn, turn.
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Turn this world around for the children.
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Turn this world around.
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Turn, turn, turn, turn this world around
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For the children, turn this world around
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We heard it from Mandela
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Turn this world around
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For the children, turn this world around
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He's done it once before
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An d now we hear his call
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For the children, turn this world around
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Turn, turn, turn, turn this world around
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Turn, turn, turn, turn this world around
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Turn, turn, turn, turn this world around
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For the children, turn this world around

Oh -oh -oh -oh -oh -oh -oh

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Turn This World Around (A Song For Nelson Mandela)?

The original key of Turn This World Around (A Song For Nelson Mandela) by Raffi is E major.

What are the main chords for Turn This World Around (A Song For Nelson Mandela)?

The primary chords used in Turn This World Around (A Song For Nelson Mandela) are E, A, G, C, D, Am.

Do I need a capo to play Turn This World Around (A Song For Nelson Mandela)?

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 2 fret.

Is Turn This World Around (A Song For Nelson Mandela) beginner-friendly on guitar?

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

What is the tempo (BPM) of Turn This World Around (A Song For Nelson Mandela)?

The tempo of Turn This World Around (A Song For Nelson Mandela) is approximately 86 beats per minute.

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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 Raffi.

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