Joe Hills Last Will
View chords used in this chart
Intro: Bm A Bm G A D G A Bm A G
Bm A Bm
My will is easy to decide
G A D
For there is nothing to divide
G A Bm
My kin don't need to fuss and moan
A G
Moss does not cling to a rolling stone
Bm A Bm
My body? Ah, if I could choose
G A D
I would to ashes it reduce
G A Bm
And let the merry breezes blow
A G
My dust to where some flower grows
Bm A Bm
Perhaps some fading flower then
G A D
Would spring to life and bloom again
G A Bm
This is my last and final will
A G
Good luck to all of you
Joe Hill
Outro
Bm A Bm G A D G A Bm A G
How to play Joe Hills Last Will
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 Bm. 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.