Dust On The Bible chords - Hank Williams

How to Play "Dust On The Bible" Guitar chords

[Verse 1]
C
I went into a home one day to see some friends of mine
                                     D7            G7
Of all the books and magazines not a Bible could I find
  C
I asked them for the Bible when they brought it what a shame
                                       G7               C
For the dust was covered over it not a finger-print was plain
 
[Chorus]
 
Dust on the Bible dust on the holy word
                                      D7             G7
The words of all the prophets and the sayings of our Lord
   C
Of all the other books you'll find there's none salvation holds
                                 G7              C
Get that dust off the Bible and redeem your poor soul
 
[Verse 2]
 
You can read your magazines of love and tragic things
                                      D7               G7
But not one word of bible verse not a scripture do you know

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     C
When it is the very truth and its contents good for you
                                    G7              C
But if dust is covered over it will surly doom your soul
 
[Chorus]
 
Dust on the Bible dust on the holy word
                                      D7             G7
The words of all the prophets and the sayings of our Lord
   C
Of all the other books you'll find there's none salvation holds
                                 G7              C
Get that dust off the Bible and redeem your poor soul
 
[Verse 3]
 
Oh if you have a friend you'd like to help along life's way
                                         D7            G7
Just tell him that the Good Book shows a mortal how to pray
    C
The best advice to give him that will make his burden light
                                      G7                C
Is to dust the family Bible trade the wrong way for the right
 
[Chorus]
 
Dust on the Bible dust on the holy word
                                      D7             G7
The words of all the prophets and the sayings of our Lord
   C
Of all the other books you'll find there's none salvation holds
                                 G7              C
Get that dust off the Bible and redeem your poor soul





How to play "Dust On The Bible" on guitar

This song is played in the classic country way.
Use open chords and a soft, repetitive strumming pattern.

[Verse One]
- Begin with a C chord and strum down four times.
- Switch to D7, then G7. Emphasize smooth chord transitions.
- Return to C, making sure the chords are heard clearly.
- Use gentle strumming to highlight the lyrics and match the narration.

[Chorus]
- Use C, D7, G7, and C chords.
- Strum each chord four times in a smooth, continuous motion.
- Ensure that the D7 and G7 chords are clearly defined.
- Pay close attention to time, particularly while switching between chords.

[Verse Two]
- Use the same chord pattern as in verse one.
- Make sure the transitions are smooth and let the chords ring out.
- Practice strumming with clarity and precision.

Repeat the chorus with the same chord progression and strumming pattern.

[Verse Three]
- Use the same chord pattern as in previous verses.
- Use gentle strumming to highlight the lyrics and match the narration.
- Make sure the chords ring clearly and the transitions are smooth.

Repeat the chorus with the same chord progression and strumming pattern.

Common Mistakes:
- Hold the chords firmly to prevent muted strings.
- Make sure the transitions between D7, G7, and C are seamless.
- Maintain a consistent rhythm; use a metronome if necessary to keep time.

General Tip:
- Tune your instrument properly before beginning.
- For a more mellow sound, strum with a delicate pick or your fingers.
- Begin by practicing the chord transitions slowly, gradually increasing speed.

Hank Williams' country gospel ballad "Dust On The Bible" is a timeless classic.
The song emphasizes the significance of keeping the Bible in the center of one's life.
Hank Williams, a country music great, influenced many artists with his
emotive compositions.

In 1923, Hank Williams, a pioneering American singer-songwriter, was born.
His music, a mix of country, blues, and gospel, sparked strong reactions from
listeners. Despite his brief life, he left a significant impact on country music
with singles such as "Your Cheatin' Heart" and "I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry."
His sad early demise at the age of 29 solidified his legacy in music history.