Guitar chords Knockin' On Heaven s Door

Knockin on Heavens Door was written by Bob Dylan in 1973 for the soundtrack of the film Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid. It reflects the feelings of a dying sheriff who feels that his death is near. The song became one of Dylans biggest hits and has been widely covered by various artists.

Key:  G
Introduction:
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    Mama, take this badge off of me
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    Cause I can't use it anymore
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    It's getting dark, too dark to see
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    I feel like I'm knocking on heaven's door
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    Knock, knock, knocking on heaven's door
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    Knock, knock, knocking on heaven's door
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    Knock, knock, knocking on heaven's door
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    Knock, knock, knocking on heaven's door
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    Mama, put that gun to the ground
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    I can't shoot them anymore
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    There's a long black cloud coming on down
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    I feel like I'm knocking on heaven's door
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    Knock, knock, knocking on heaven's door
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    Knock, knock, knocking on heaven's door
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    Knock, knock, knocking on heaven's door
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    Knock, knock, knocking on heaven's door
       
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