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The Old Account

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CWell it was a time on earth when in the books of heaven
An Fold account was Cstanding for D7sins yet unfG7orgiven
My Cname was at the top and many things belowC7  
But I Fwent unto the Ckeeper and G7settled it long Cago
Long G7ago (down on my knees) long Cago (I settled it all)
Yes the old account was settled long G7ago (hallelujah)
And the Crecord's clear today cause he Fwashed my sins Caway
And the old account was G7settled long Cago
CWell the old account was large and growing every day
And FI was always Csinning and I D7never tried to G7pray
But Cwhen I looked ahead and saw such pain and woeC7  
Well I Fwent unto the Ckeeper and G7settled it long Cago
Long G7ago (down on my knees) long Cago (I settled it all)
Yes the old account was settled long G7ago (hallelujah)
And the Crecord's clear today cause he Fwashed my sins Caway
And the old account was G7settled long Cago
CNow sinner seek the Lord repent of all your sins
Cause Fthis he has commanded D7if you would enter G7in
And Cthen if you should live a hundred years belowC7  
Well you Fknow you got it Csettled cause you G7settled it long Cago
Long G7ago (down on my knees) long Cago (I settled it all)
Yes the old account was settled long G7ago (hallelujah)
And the Crecord's clear today cause he Fwashed my sins Caway
And the old account was G7settled long Cago
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The story behind the song

This song comes from an artist known for exploring themes of sorrow, moral tribulation, and redemption throughout his music, often with a somber and humble demeanor. He grew up immersed in gospel music, which likely influenced this track. Playing this song, you might feel connected to a sense of spiritual reflection and a deep, calm expression.

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