Small Axe
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(D# A# Cm A#)
D# A# F7
why boasterh theyself, oh evil man
D# A# F7
playing smart and not being clever
D# A# F7
i say you're working inequity to achieve vanity, yeah
D# A# F7
but the goodness of Jah Jah I-dless for I-ver
D# A#
if you are a big tree
Cm A#
we are the small axe
D# A#
sharpend to cut you down
Cm A#
ready to cut you down
D# A# F7
these are the words of my master
D# A# F7
telling me that no weak heart shall prosper
D# A#
whosever diggeth a pit
F7
shall fall in it, shall fall in it
D# A#
whosever diggeth a pit
F7
shall bury in it, bury in it
D# A#
if you are a big tree
Cm A#
we are the small axe
D# A#
sharpend to cut you down
Cm A#
ready to cut you down
Paz... Jah Bless!!!
How to play Small Axe
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.