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Truly

Lionel Richie Pop

"Truly" by Lionel Richie is originally in the key of D major. Released in 1982, it was Richie’s debut solo single after leaving the Commodores. The song was both written and performed by Lionel Richie and became a significant hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. A notable piece of trivia is that "Truly" earned Richie a Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance in 1983. The melody of "Truly" is characterized by its smooth and gentle progression, typical of a romantic ballad, featuring Richie's distinctive vocal style and emotive delivery.

Truly - Lionel Richie

e f e d e e
Girl, Tell me only this
f e d e e
That I have your heart
d d c#
For always
g f f g f e f f
And you, want me by your side
g f e f f e d c e f d
Wispering the words, I'll always love you
c a#1 c c a
And, Forever
f e d c c a
I will be your lover
f e d c a b c g
And I know, if you really care
c d e d a g
I will always, be there

e f e d e e
I need to tell you this

f e d e e d d e c#
There's no other love, like your love
g f f g f e f f
And I, as long as I live
g f e f f e d c e f e d
I give you all the joy my heart and soul can give
c a#1 c c a
Let me hold you
f e d c c a
I need to have you near me
f e d c a b c g
And I feel with you in my arms
c e d a g
This love will last forever

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g g g d e
Because I'm Truly
d e f e d e c
Truly in love with you girl
g d e
I'm Truly
d e f e d e c
Head over heals with your love
g g
I need you
a e g
And with your love I'm free