The Angel Of Death
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Intro: Gm Ebm Gm Dm Gm
verse 1
Gm Ebm Gm
In the great book of John you'll wonder the day
D7
When you'll be laid beneath the cold clay
Gm Ebm Gm
The angel of death will come from the sky
Ebm D Gm
And claim up your soul when the day comes to die
verse 2
Gm Ebm Gm
When the angel of death comes down after you
D7
Can you smile and say that you have been true
Gm Ebm Gm
Can you truthfully say with your dying breath
Ebm D Gm
That you're ready to meet the angel of death
verse 3
Gm Ebm Gm
When the lights all grow dim and the dark shadows creep
D7
And your loved ones have gathered to weep
Gm Ebm Gm
Can you face them and say with your dying breath
Ebm D Gm
That you're ready to meet the angel of death
Solo
Gm Ebm Gm D7 Gm Ebm Gm Ebm D7 Gm
verse 4
Gm Ebm Gm
When the angel of death comes down after you
D7
Can you smile and say that you have been true
Gm Ebm Gm
Can you truthfully say with your dying breath
Ebm D Gm
That you're ready to meet the angel of death
Ebm D Gm
That you're ready to meet the angel of death
How to play The Angel Of Death
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 Gm. 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.