A Place In The Choir lyrics and chords

"A Place in the Choir" is a cheerful and humorous Irish folk song that celebrates the diversity of nature by likening different animals to members of a choir. Written by American songwriter Bill Staines, the song has become a popular staple in Irish folk music circles.
Meaning and Themes:

Unity and Inclusivity:
The song emphasizes that every creature, no matter how big or small, has a role to play in the grand choir of life. It promotes a sense of belonging and harmony among all living things.
Diversity and Celebration:
By referencing various animals and their unique sounds, the song highlights the beauty of diversity. It’s a celebration of the variety found in both nature and human communities.
Joyful Spirit:
The playful, rhythmic nature of the song reflects its message of joy and lightheartedness. The lively melody makes it a favorite for sing-alongs, especially in Irish pub sessions and family gatherings.
Metaphor for Human Life:
Many interpret the song as a metaphor for society, where everyone has their own unique contribution. It’s a reminder that everyone has a “place in the choir,” regardless of differences.

Key Chorus:**"All God's creatures got a place in the choir,
Some sing low and some sing higher,
Some sing out loud on the telephone wire,
And some just clap their hands

Easy Guitar / ukulele chords in the key of D. The music time signature is 2/4. Written By Bill Staines, recorded by The Clancy Brothers And Tommy Makem, also by The Barleycorn and recently by Celtic Thunder. The youtube video is by some friends of mine called Morning Dew which was recorded at The Fingal Folk Club at St.Patrick's Hall in Ballyboughal Co.Dublin. Ronnie is on guitar and Ted plays the four string banjo. Great version lads. This song was also recorded by Celtic Thunder, who do a great version of The Voyage By Christy Moore. The guitar chords are in the key of D. Damian McGinty, Bill Staines, and The Browns also covered this very well known song.

[Chorus]
All[D] God's creatures got a place in the choir,
[A7]Some sing high and some sing lower,
Some[G] sing out on the telephone[D] wire
[A7]Some just clap their[D] hands their paws or anything they got.
[1]
[D]Listen to the bass its the one at the bottom
Where the[A7] bull frog croaks and the[D] hippopotamus
[G]Moans and groans in the big tat[D]too
And the old cow just[A7] goes[D] moo
[2]
Listen to the top with the little birds singing
And the melodies,and the high notes ringing
And the hoot-owl cries over everything
And the blackbird disagrees

Singing in the night time singing in the day
And the little duck quacks and he's on his way
And the other hasn't got much to say
And the porcupine talks to himself
[Chorus]
Its a simple song sung everywhere
By the ox and the fox and the grizzle bear
The dopey alligator and the hake above
The sly old weasel and the turtle dove

Bullfrog Singing ''A Place In The Choir''.

Alternative guitar chords. Key of C.
All[C] God's creatures got a place in the choir[C]
[G7]Some sing high and some sing lower[G7]
Some[F] sing out on the telephone[C] wire
[G7]Some just clap their[C] hands their paws or anything they got[C]

Key of G.
All[G] God's creatures got a place in the choir[G]
[D7]Some sing high and some sing lower[D7]
Some[C] sing out on the telephone[G] wire
[D7]Some just clap their[G] hands their paws or anything they got[G]

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All Gods creatures got a place in the choir lyrics