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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 G

Level: Advanced Decade: 1930s Genre: Jazz / Blues Theme: Life / Motivation Mood: Happy / Upbeat View Lyrics Youtube 
Intro
There's An GmOld Deserted ManCmsion On An OlGmd Forgotten Road  Cm​
Where The GmBetter Ghosts And GoblDmins Always Hang GmOut
One NighGmt They Threw A PartCmy In A GmManner A LaCm Mode
And They CordialGmly Invited ADmll The Gang OGmut
At A DarA7k, Bewitchin' Hour When The Fun D7Was Loud And Hearty
GmA Notorious WallCm Flower Became TF7he Life Of The Party

Verse 1
Mmm, The Spooks GmWere Havin' Their Midnight FlingCm​
GmThe Merry Makin' Was In Full SwiCmng
GmThey Shrieked ThemselvesGm7 Into A Cheerful TrC7ance    G7​
CmWhen The Skeleton In The ClF7oset Started ToA#7 Dance
NGmow A Goblin Giggled With FiendiCmsh Glee
A ShoGmut Rang Out From A BiCmg Banshee
GmAmazement WasGm7 In Every Ghostly Glance  C7        G7​
CmWhen The Skeleton In The Closet StaF7rted To Dance  A#7​

Bridge
All The WitD#ches Were In Stitches While His A#7Steps Made Rhythmic Thumps
And TheyC7 Nearly Dropped Their Broomsticks When He TriF7ed To Do The Bumps

Coda
You NeveA#7r Heard Such Unearthly LD7aughter, Such Hilarious G7Groans
When TheC7 Skeleton In The CloF7set Rattled HisA#7 Bones
 
Also available in: Cm (Original) D E A

FAQ

What are the chords for Skeleton In The Closet?

The chords for Skeleton In The Closet are: Gm, Cm, Dm, A7, D7, F7, Gm7, C7, G7, A#7, D#

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: Gm, Cm, Dm, A7, D7, F7, Gm7, C7, G7, A#7, D#

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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