Joan Baez

Forever Young

Joan Baez


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[Verse 1]
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May God bless and keep you always
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May your wishes all come true
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May you always do for others
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And let others do for you

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May you build a ladder to the stars
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And climb on every rung
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May you stay ... forever young

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[Verse 2]
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May you grow up to be righteous
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May you grow up to be true
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May you always know the truth
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And see the lights surrounding you

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May you always be courageous
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Stand upright and be strong
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May you stay ... forever young

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[Chorus]
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Forever young...
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Forever young...
        D    E           A
May you stay ... forever young

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[Verse 3]
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May your hands always be busy
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May your feet always be swift
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May you have a strong foundation
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When the winds of changes shift

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May your heart always be joyful
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And may your song always be sung
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May you stay ... forever young

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[Chorus]
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Forever young...
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Forever young...
        D    E           A
May you stay ... forever young