[Intro]
Em
[Verse 1]
Em D
Seven sisters on the ridge
Em
Feathers in their hair
D
Seven sisters on the run
Em
From a grizzly bear
D
Said the eldest to her kin
Em
"I see the devil's eyes
D
In the beast that's closing in
Em
And the devil spares no life"
[Chorus]
C D Em
Devil, devil on my heels, hell ain't far behind
C D Em
Heaven, Heaven, come on down and save our souls from fire
C D Em
Seven prayers are calling out in their final hour
Am B Em
Seven sisters never came down from up on Devils Tower
[Verse 2]
Em D
Said the youngest, "Follow me
Em
I know a place to hide
D
There's holy ground beyond those trees
Em
Where I've seen angels fly"
D
Seven sisters reached the rock
Em
The rock began to rise
D
But that devil bear, he laughed at God
G D Em
'Cause claws are made to climb
[Chorus]
C D Em
Devil, devil on my heels, hell ain't far behind
C D Em
Heaven, Heaven, come on down and save our souls from fire
C D Em
Seven prayers are calling out in their final hour
Am B C
Seven sisters never came down from up on Devils Tower
[Guitar & Mandolin Solos]
C D Em C D Em C
D Em Am B
[Bridge]
Em D
The bear climbed 'til he reached the top
Em
But to his great surprise
D
The sister's were not on the rock
Em
And that's where that bear did die
D
To this day, up on that ridge
Em
You'll see the evil scars
D N.C.
Where God let seven sisters live
Em
Forever in the stars
[Chorus]
C D Em
Devil, devil on my heels, hell ain't far behind
C D Em
Heaven, Heaven, come on down and save our souls from fire
C D Em
Seven prayers are calling out in their final hour
Am B7 Em
Seven sisters never came down from up on Devils Tower
[Outro]
Em
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How to play "Seven Sisters" by Ian Munsick on guitar.
This song draws on a powerful narrative with a folk and country
influence, using a capo to bring the guitar's sound into the
right key if needed. The chord progression is relatively
straightforward but plays a crucial role in supporting the
storytelling aspect of the song. Let's explore the song section
by section.
[Intro]
Begin with an Em chord, setting a mysterious and anticipatory
tone for the story to unfold:
Em
[Verse 1]
The verse alternates between Em and D, painting a vivid picture
of the seven sisters and their perilous situation. Strum lightly
to match the narrative's pacing:
Em D
Seven sisters on the ridge
Pay attention to the lyrical imagery and adjust your strumming
dynamics to enhance the storytelling.
[Chorus]
The chorus introduces C and D, leading back into Em, with a brief
move to Am and B. This part is the emotional climax of the story,
so let the chords resonate deeply:
C D Em
Devil, devil on my heels, hell ain't far behind
[Verse 2]
Follow the same chord pattern as the first verse. The story
continues to unfold, increasing in intensity as the sisters
find a temporary sanctuary.
[Chorus]
Repeat the chorus, maintaining the emotional depth and urgency
of the situation faced by the seven sisters.
[Guitar & Mandolin Solos]
This section offers a musical reflection on the narrative,
using the chords C, D, Em, Am, and B. Feel free to improvise
and add your personal touch:
C D Em C D Em C
D Em Am B
[Bridge]
The bridge provides a turning point in the story, shifting back
to the Em and D chords. This part concludes the tale of the seven
sisters, leading to their transformation:
Em D
The bear climbed 'til he reached the top
[Chorus]
The final chorus reiterates the story's resolution and the
sisters' fate. Continue with the established chord progression,
ending on a solemn note with Em:
C D Em
Devil, devil on my heels, hell ain't far behind
[Outro]
End the song on an Em chord, leaving the listeners with a lasting
impression of the narrative's themes and imagery:
Em
"Seven Sisters" by Ian Munsick weaves a compelling tale that
combines elements of folklore with a strong emotional resonance.
The song's chord progression and lyrical content create a
captivating musical experience that tells a story of danger,
faith, and salvation. It's a great piece for guitarists looking
to explore narrative-driven songwriting and emotive performance.