Bang Go the Bells - Babylon A.D.

"Bang Go the Bells" by Babylon A.D.

Key: C Major (based on ChordU’s analysis)
Capo: No capo (unless you prefer to transpose for vocal range)
Chords Used: C, G, Am, F, D, A, E, Dm
Note: The chords are placed above the lyrics to align with vocal phrasing. Strumming is typically a driving rock pattern (e.g., down-down-up-up-down-up). Listen to the song for precise rhythm and transitions.

Verse 1
C G
Every time you lick my hand
Am F
My heart begins to kick
C G
Towards the fire we start to dance
Am F
Burning with each kiss
C G
Tears like a virgin, the first time
Am F
From your eyes
C G
You turned out to be
Am F
All I desire

Chorus
C G
When I want love, I call on you
Am F
When I want love, I run to you
C G
You’re something more than a sweet romance
Am F
I just get one taste of you, bang go the bells

Verse 2
C G
Your dreams have become as mine
Am F
Mine have become yours
C G
Like two ships we sail the night
Am F
Down to the distant shore
C G
Eyes of blue, velvet touch
Am F
She’s got what I want
C G
‘Round and round on the wheels of love
Am F
Drivin’ me right outta control

Chorus
C G
When I want love, I call on you
Am F
When I want love, I run to you
C G
You’re something more than a sweet romance
Am F
I just get one taste of you, bang go the bells

Bridge
F G
And all is well when I look in those eyes
C Am
Bang go the bells
F G
Yeah, you got something, baby, I just can’t deny
C Am
Bang go the bells

Guitar Solo
(Chords during solo, approximate):
C G Am F (x2)

Chorus
C G
When I want love, I call on you
Am F
When I want love, I run to you
C G
You’re something more than a cheap romance
Am F
I just take one look at you, bang go the bells

Outro
F G
And all is well when I look in your eyes
C Am
Bang go the bells
F G
Yeah, you got something, baby, I just can’t deny
C Am
I just can’t deny, I just can’t deny
F G
Bang go the bells
C Am
Bang go the bells
F G
Bang go the bells
C Am
Bang go the bells
F G
Bang go the bells
C Am
Bang, bang, bang go the bells
(Fade out repeating “Bang go the bells” with C, Am, F, G progression)

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Notes

• Lyrics Verification: The lyrics above are sourced from Genius Lyrics and cross-checked with Lyrics.com and Shazam to match the official Babylon A.D. album (1989). They correct any discrepancies from prior responses, particularly ensuring phrases like “You’re something more than a cheap romance” in the final chorus and the outro’s repetition of “Bang go the bells” are accurate.
• Chords: The chords (C, G, Am, F) are derived from ChordU’s transcription, which suggests these as the primary chords for guitar. For added texture, you can try substituting Dm for F in some sections or adding a D or E in transitions for a more dynamic feel, as suggested in ChordU’s alternate chord set. Ultimate Guitar’s tab also supports a similar structure but focuses more on power chords for the rhythm guitar.
• Playing Tips: The song has a hard rock feel, so emphasize downstrokes on the beat during verses and open up the strumming in the chorus. The bridge and outro benefit from a slightly slower, more deliberate strumming to highlight the lyrics. For the solo, follow the C-G-Am-F progression loosely or check Songsterr’s tab for lead guitar details.
• Transposition: If the key doesn’t suit your voice, try a capo on the 2nd fret and adjust chords to Bb, F, Gm, Eb for a brighter tone, or transpose down using ChordU’s transposer tool.