Crying in the chapel Chords
Crying in the chapel by Elvis Presley is a moderately challenging guitar song played in the key of G. It uses the chords G, Am, D, C, G7, Cm and Em. Use the transpose and diagram tools on this page to change the key, see each shape, or simplify the chords.
G Am D G C G
1. You saw me crying in the chapel, the tears I shed were tears of joy.
Am D G C G
I know the meaning of contentment, now I`m happy with the Lord.
Am D G C G
2. Just a plain and simple chapel, where humble people go to pray.
Am D G C G G7
I pray the Lord that I`ll grow stronger, as I live from day to day.
C Cm G Em
I`ve searched, and I`ve searched, but I coudn`t find,
C D
the way on earth to gain peace of mind.
Am D G C G
3. Now I`m happy in the chapel, where people are on one accord.
Am D G C G G7
Yes, we gather in the chapel, just to sing and praise the Lord.
C Cm G Em
You`ll search, and you`ll search, but you`ll never find,
C D
no way on earth to gain peace of mind.
Am D G C G
4. Take your troubles to the chapel, get down on your knees and pray.
Am D G C G
Then your burdens will be lightened, and you`ll surely find the way.