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Angel
Sarah McLachlan
I wasn't going to put another version up, but the ones here aren't quite right,
and the one that is seems a little over-complicated.
Here's an easy version although it may not be exact or dead on for the fussy types.
** Capo - 1st fret if you want to play along with the song **
[Intro]
C  Csus4
C  Csus4
[Verse]
(C)                                Dm  F  
Spend all your time waiting for that second chance,
for a Cbreak that would Ammake it Gokay.
(G)                                Dm  F  
There's always some reason to feel not good enough,
and it's Chard, at the Amend of the Gday.
(G)                          Dm  F  
I need some distraction, oh, a beautiful release.
....Cmemories Amseep from my Gveins.
(G)                    Dm                            F           C        Am  G  
Let me be empty, oh, and weightless and maybe, I'll find some peace tonight.
[Chorus]
In the Carms Csus4of the Cangel, fly aEmway from here,
from this Fdark, cold hotel room, and the CendlessAmness that you Gfeel.
You are Cpulled Csus4from the Cwreckage, of your Emsilent reverie.
You're in the Farms of the angel, may you CfindAm...G. some comfort Chere.
F   C   F
[Verse 2]
(F)                              Dm  F  
So tired of the straight line, and everywhere you turn,
there's Cvultures and Amthieves at your Gback.
(G)                                Dm  F  
The storm keeps on twisting. Keep on building the lies
that you Cmake up for Amall that you Glack.
(G)                       Dm  F  
Don't make no difference, escape one last time.
It's CeasiAmer to beGlieve...
(G)                           Dm  F  
in this sweet madness, oh, this glorious sadness,
that Cbrings me Amto my Gknees.
[Chorus]
In the Carms Csus4of the Cangel, fly aEmway from here,
from this Fdark, cold hotel room, and the CendlessAmness that you Gfeel.
You are Cpulled Csus4from the Cwreckage, of your Emsilent reverie.
You're in the Farms of the angel, may you CfindAm.... Gsome comfort Chere.
You're in the Farms of the angel, may you CfindAm.... Gsome comfort Chere.
[Outro]
C  Csus4
C  Csus4

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The story behind the song

"Angel" was written as a reflection on the tragic death of musician Jonathan Melvoin from a heroin overdose. Despite its specific inspiration, the song has found a broader meaning for many, often played at funerals and memorial services. Its lyrics, particularly "You're in the arms of the angel, may you find some comfort here," offer a sense of peace and solace during times of loss. At its heart, the song is a tender embrace, a musical balm for sorrow.

AI-written from these sources:Angel (Sarah McLachlan song) — Wikipedia ↗Sarah McLachlan — Wikipedia ↗MusicBrainz ↗

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Angel

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Csus4

Angel

Sarah McLachlan

I wasn't going to put another version up, but the ones here aren't quite right,

and the one that is seems a little over-complicated.

Here's an easy version although it may not be exact or dead on for the fussy types.

** Capo - 1st fret if you want to play along with the song **

[Intro]

C Csus4

[Verse]

C Dm F

()

Spend all your time waiting for that second chance,

C Am G

for a break that would make it okay.

G Dm F

()

There's always some reason to feel not good enough,

C Am G

and it's hard, at the end of the day.

G Dm F

()

I need some distraction, oh, a beautiful release.

C Am G

....memories seep from my veins.

G Dm F C Am G

()

Let me be empty, oh, and weightless and maybe, I'll find some peace tonight.

[Chorus]

C Csus4 C Em

In the arms of the angel, fly away from here,

F C Am G

from this dark, cold hotel room, and the endlessness that you feel.

C Csus4 C Em

You are pulled from the wreckage, of your silent reverie.

F C Am G C

You're in the arms of the angel, may you find.... some comfort here.

F C F

[Verse 2]

F Dm F

()

So tired of the straight line, and everywhere you turn,

C Am G

there's vultures and thieves at your back.

G Dm F

()

The storm keeps on twisting. Keep on building the lies

C Am G

that you make up for all that you lack.

G Dm F

()

Don't make no difference, escape one last time.

C Am G

It's easier to believe...

G Dm F

()

in this sweet madness, oh, this glorious sadness,

C Am G

that brings me to my knees.

[Chorus]

C Csus4 C Em

In the arms of the angel, fly away from here,

F C Am G

from this dark, cold hotel room, and the endlessness that you feel.

C Csus4 C Em

You are pulled from the wreckage, of your silent reverie.

F C Am G C

You're in the arms of the angel, may you find.... some comfort here.

F C Am G C

You're in the arms of the angel, may you find.... some comfort here.

[Outro]

C Csus4

About Angel Chords by Sarah McLachlan

Learn how to play Angel by Sarah McLachlan with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Angel chords”, “Angel guitar chords”, or “Sarah McLachlan Angel chords” and you will find this page — transpose to any key, tap chords for diagrams, and use auto-scroll while you play. Perfect for beginners looking for easy Angel chords and for experienced players who want accurate Angel lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include C, Csus4, Dm, F, Am, G.

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The chords for "Angel" show the original chord names (including C, Csus4, Dm, F, Am, G). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.