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Key: Ab major•
Intro 1
Ab
Ab
4

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Verse 1
Ab
Ab
4

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Yes, I'm gonna get me religion
Gb
Gb
2

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I'm gonna join the
Ab
Ab
4

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Baptist Church

Yes, I'm gonna get me religion

I'm gonna join the Baptist Church

You know I wanna be a Baptist

preacher

Just so I won't have to work

One deacon jumped up and

he began to grin

One deacon jumped up and

he began to grin

You know he said, "One

thing, elder I believe

I'll go back to barrelhousin' again"


One sister jumped

up and she began to shout

One sister jumped up and

she began to shout

"You know I'm glad this corn

liquor's goin' out"

Another deacon jumped up and

said, "Why don't ya hush?"

Another deacon jumped up and said,

"Why don't ya hush?

You know you drink corn liquor

and your lie's a horrible stink"

One sister jumped up

and she began to shout

One sister jumped up

and she began to shout
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Gb
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Ab
Ab
4

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"I be_ lieve I can tell y'all what

it's all about"

Another sister jumped up, she said, "Why

don't ya hush?"

Another sister jumped up,

she said, "Why don't ya hush?

You know he's abandoned,

and you outta hush your fuss"

I was in the pulpit,

I's jumpin' up and down

I was in the pulpit,

I's jumpin' up and down

My sisters in the corner,

they're hollerin' Alabama bound

Grabbed up my suitcase and I took off

down the road

Grabbed up my suitcase and I

took off down the road

I said, "Farewell church, may the good Lord bless

your soul"

You know I wish I had a

heaven of my own

You know I wish I

had a heaven of my own

I'd give all my women a good ole

happy home

I'm gonna preach these blues
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Ab
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And I'm gonna choose my
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Ab
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Gb
Gb
2

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Ab
Ab
4

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seat and sit down

I'm gonna preach these blues
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Ab
4

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And I'm gonna choose my seat and

sit down

But, when the Spirit comes,

I want you to

Songwriters: EDDIE SON

HOUSE

Preachin Blues lyrics
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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Jinx Blues?

The original key of Jinx Blues by Son House is Ab major.

What are the main chords for Jinx Blues?

The primary chords used in Jinx Blues are Ab, Gb.

Do I need a capo to play Jinx Blues?

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 1 fret.

Is Jinx Blues beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like Ab, Gb, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of Jinx Blues?

The tempo of Jinx Blues is approximately 50 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Jinx Blues?

You can easily change the key of Jinx Blues using our Transpose button located in the toolbar. This will automatically update all chord diagrams on the page to match your new key.

Can I print the guitar chords for Jinx Blues?

Yes! Click the Print icon to generate a clean, one-page version of the chords and lyrics for Jinx Blues. This is perfect for practicing offline or adding to a physical songbook.

Is there a tuner available for Jinx Blues?

Yes, we have integrated a Mini-Tuner directly on this page. Use it to quickly check your string pitch (Standard Tuning: E A D G B E) before you start playing along with Son House.

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