U2 - 40: Ukulele Chords

Learn to play "40" on your ukulele with our detailed chord guide and lyrics. This page provides everything you need to play this song on the ukulele, including lyrics integrated with chords, chord diagrams, and a key transposer to match your vocal range.

Learn 40 ukulele chords and lyrics

This section will guide you through each part of the song, providing the ukulele chords placed directly above the lyrics for easy playing. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced player, these elements will help you perform "40" smoothly on your ukulele.

   G#
I waited patiently for the Lord
      C#
He inclined and heard my cry
    G#
He brought me up out of the pit
    C#
Out of the miry clay

Chorus:
        G#
I will sing, sing a new song
I will sing, sing a new song
     G#                C#
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You set my feet upon a rock
And made my footsteps firm
Many will see, many will see and fear

Chorus:
I will sing, sing a new song
I will sing, sing a new song
I will sing, sing a new song
I will sing, sing a new song
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How long to sing this song?
How long to sing this song?
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Ukulele Chord Diagrams

C#

Ukulele chord C#

G#

Ukulele chord G#

Here you can see detailed diagrams for each ukulele chord used in the song. Utilize our key transposer to adjust the chords to a key that better fits your singing range. Simply select the desired key, and the chords throughout this page will update automatically, ensuring you can play and sing comfortably.

If you are also interested in learning how to play "40" on the guitar, check out the chords on our sister site: Guitar Chords for "40" by U2.

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