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Rivers Of Babylon (long Versions)

Boney M

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Rivers Of Babylon (long Versions) by Boney M in the key of G

Level: Beginner Decade: 1970s Genre: Reggae / Ska Theme: Spiritual / Faith Mood: Chill / Relaxed View Lyrics Youtube 
Instruments
  G   G   G   G   D   D   G   G  [x2]

Hook 1
By The Rivers Of Babylon  G    There We GSat Down                   G       G​
Yeah, We Wept   D         WhDen We Remembered Zion                    G        G​
By The Rivers Of Babylon  G    There We GSat Down                   G       G​
Yeah, We Wept   D         WhDen We Remembered Zion                    G        G​

Verse 1
When The Wicked      Carried Us AwGay In Captivity      Required From GUs A Song       C                           G​
Now How GShall We Sing The Lord's Song    In GA Strange Land?             D                     G​
When The Wicked      Carried Us AwGay In Captivity      Required From GUs A Song       C                            G​
Now How GShall We Sing The Lord's Song    In GA Strange Land?             D           G         G​

Instruments
  G   G   G   G   D   D   G   G

Verse 2
Let The WordsG Of Our Mouth And TheD Meditations Of Our Heart    G                      D​
Be AcceptaGble In Thy Sight Here TonDight              G         G​
Let The WordsG Of Our Mouth And TheD Meditations Of Our Heart    G                      D​
Be AcceptaGble In Thy Sight Here TonDight              G         G​

Instruments
  G   G   G   G
  D   D   G   G

Chorus
   G     (Dark Tears Of Babylon)   G          (You GGot To Sing A Song)              G​
  D    (Sing A Song Of Love)   D       (Yeah, GYeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah)        G​

Hook 2
By The Rivers Of Babylon  G    There We GSat Down                   G       G​
Yeah, We Wept   D         WhDen We Remembered Zion                    G        G​
By The Rivers Of Babylon  G    There We GSat Down                   G       G​
Yeah, We Wept   D         WhDen We Remembered Zion                    G​

Last-Hook (Fade Out)
By The Rivers Of Babylon  G    (Dark Tears Of Babylon)                  G​
There We Sat Down      G(You Got To Sing A Song)                   G​
Yeah We Wept   (DSing A Song Of Love)             D​
When We Remembered Zion    (Yeah, Yeah,G Yeah, Yeah, Yeah)                       G​
By The Rivers Of Babylon  G    (Dark Tears Of Babylon)                  G​
There We Sat Down      G(You Got To Sing A Song)                   G​
Yeah We Wept   (DSing A Song Of Love)             D​
When We Remembered Zion    (Yeah, Yeah,G Yeah, Yeah, Yeah)                       G​
Also available in: C (Original) D E A

FAQ

What are the chords for Rivers Of Babylon (long Versions)?

The chords for Rivers Of Babylon (long Versions) are: G, D, C

What is the original key of Rivers Of Babylon (long Versions)?

The original key is C.

What is the difficulty of playing Rivers Of Babylon (long Versions)?

The difficulty level is Beginner.

Can I play Rivers Of Babylon (long Versions) in another key?

Yes. You can transpose the song to any key using the transpose feature.

Can Rivers Of Babylon (long Versions) be played on an acoustic guitar?

Yes. The chords work for both acoustic and electric guitar.

Can I play Rivers Of Babylon (long Versions) on ukulele?

Chord Rivers Of Babylon (long Versions) can be played on guitar or ukulele using their respective chord shapes.

How many chords are used in Rivers Of Babylon (long Versions)?

Rivers Of Babylon (long Versions) uses 3 chords: G, D, C

What is the easiest way to play Rivers Of Babylon (long Versions)?

You can use the transpose feature to change the key to one that better matches your vocal range or uses easier chord shapes.

What decade was Rivers Of Babylon (long Versions) released in?

Rivers Of Babylon (long Versions) was released in the 1970s. See more 1970s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Rivers Of Babylon (long Versions)?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Rivers Of Babylon (long Versions) to beginner-friendly chords - it drops advanced extensions like maj7, m7, and 9ths without changing the song's key or progression.

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