Bury Me Deep
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Intro: D G Em (4x)
D
A lifetime of accomplishments of which the dirt knows none
G Em
Only in death can one truly return
D
Return the carrots, the apples and potatoes
G Em
The chickens, the cows, the fish and tomatoes
D
In one glorious swoop, let the deed be done
G Em D
And bury me deep so that I can be one...
G Em
D G Em (3x)
D
And all around my muscle and all around my bone
G Em
Don't incinerate me or seal me from
D
The dirt that borne me, the bed that which from
G Em
The rain falls upon and the fruit comes from
D
For the dirt is a blanket, no fiery tomb
G Em
No punishment, reward, or pearly white room
D
And you who say that in death we will pay
G Em
The dead they can't hear a word that you say
D
Your words are not kind, sober, or giving
G Em
They only put fear in the hearts of the living
D
So put away your tongues and roll up your sleeves
G Em D
Pick up that shovel and bury me deep
G Em
Bury me deep
outro
ad lib, etc.
How to play Bury Me Deep
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is D. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.