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