People Get Ready
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[Intro: ]F#m A F#m D A
verse 1
A F#m D A
People get ready there's a train a comin'
F#m D A
You don't need no baggage you just a get on board
F#m D A
All you need is some faith To hear the diesel hummin'
F#m D A
And you don't need a ticket you just thank the Lord
F#m D A
(do do do do do do do do do)
verse 2
A F#m D A
Let me tell ya' there ain't no room for the hopeless sinner
F#m D A
Who would hurt all mankind just to save his own
F#m D A
Have some pity on those whose chances are growing thinner
F#m D A
'Cause there's no hiding place against the Kingdom's Throne
Bb Gm D# Bb
(People get ready do do do)
verse 3
Bb Gm D# Bb
I tell ya' people get ready for theres a train comin'
Gm D# Bb
You don't need a ticket you just get on board
Gm D# Bb
I tell ya' people get ready for theres a train a comin'
Gm D# Bb
And you don't need no baggage you just thank the Lord
D# D#m D#7 Bb D#7 Bb
No you don't need a ticket you just thank.... the Lord...
How to play People Get Ready
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is F#m. 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.