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Skeleton In The Closet

Louis Armstrong

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Skeleton In The Closet by Louis Armstrong in the key of D

Level: Advanced Decade: 1930s Genre: Jazz / Blues Theme: Life / Motivation Mood: Happy / Upbeat View Lyrics Youtube 
Intro
There's An DmOld Deserted ManGmsion On An OlDmd Forgotten Road  Gm​
Where The DmBetter Ghosts And GoblAmins Always Hang DmOut
One NighDmt They Threw A PartGmy In A DmManner A LaGm Mode
And They CordialDmly Invited AAmll The Gang ODmut
At A DarE7k, Bewitchin' Hour When The Fun A7Was Loud And Hearty
DmA Notorious WallGm Flower Became TC7he Life Of The Party

Verse 1
Mmm, The Spooks DmWere Havin' Their Midnight FlingGm​
DmThe Merry Makin' Was In Full SwiGmng
DmThey Shrieked ThemselvesDm7 Into A Cheerful TrG7ance    D7​
GmWhen The Skeleton In The ClC7oset Started ToF7 Dance
NDmow A Goblin Giggled With FiendiGmsh Glee
A ShoDmut Rang Out From A BiGmg Banshee
DmAmazement WasDm7 In Every Ghostly Glance  G7        D7​
GmWhen The Skeleton In The Closet StaC7rted To Dance  F7​

Bridge
All The WitA#ches Were In Stitches While His F7Steps Made Rhythmic Thumps
And TheyG7 Nearly Dropped Their Broomsticks When He TriC7ed To Do The Bumps

Coda
You NeveF7r Heard Such Unearthly A7Laughter, Such HilariousD7 Groans
When TheG7 Skeleton In The CloC7set Rattled HisF7 Bones
 
Also available in: Cm (Original) E G A

FAQ

What are the chords for Skeleton In The Closet?

The chords for Skeleton In The Closet are: Dm, Gm, Am, E7, A7, C7, Dm7, G7, D7, F7, A#

What is the original key of Skeleton In The Closet?

The original key is Cm.

What is the difficulty of playing Skeleton In The Closet?

The difficulty level is Advanced.

Can I play Skeleton In The Closet in another key?

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

Can Skeleton In The Closet be played on an acoustic guitar?

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

Can I play Skeleton In The Closet on ukulele?

Chord Skeleton In The Closet can be played on guitar or ukulele using their respective chord shapes.

How many chords are used in Skeleton In The Closet?

Skeleton In The Closet uses 11 chords: Dm, Gm, Am, E7, A7, C7, Dm7, G7, D7, F7, A#

What is the easiest way to play Skeleton In The Closet?

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 Skeleton In The Closet released in?

Skeleton In The Closet was released in the 1930s. See more 1930s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Skeleton In The Closet?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Skeleton In The Closet 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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