C The silence is a heavy coat G D She wears it like a shawl G C She knows the names of everyone G D G But speaks to none at all
SHHHHH! This is a library! No talking!
[G] The lights go out at nine, she locks up the heavy door, [Am] [F] Steps into the rain, she don't look back anymore. [C] [G] [C] Counting mine, oh, Joyce, counting mine. [C] [G] [C] (Single Strum) Counting mine, oh, Joyce, counting mine. Pro-Tips for Nailing This Song
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C The Dewey Decimal system F Is the only map that you need C But I’m lost in the biography section G Waiting for someone to lead C You’ve got poetry hidden in pockets F And ink on the tips of your thumbs C G C And I’m marching along to the beat of your drums
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Verse: C - G - Am - F Chorus: F - C - G - Am Bridge: Am - F - G - C joyce the librarian lyrics and chords fixed
[Em] And the silence in the room can get so loud, [F] [C] When you’re looking for a face inside a crowd. [Dm] [Am] But the characters in ink don’t ever leave, [F] [G] They say exactly what you want them to believe. Guitar Solo / Instrumental [C] [G] [Am] [F] [C] [G] [C] [C]
[G] Just a whisper [C] in the stacks[G] Pages turn and [D] don't look back[G] Oh, Joyce... [C][G] [D] [G] Playing and Arrangement Tips The Strumming Pattern
For years, fans have struggled to find an accurate version of the lyrics and chords online. Many transcriptions are incomplete or simply wrong. This definitive guide provides the complete, corrected lyrics for "Joyce the Librarian," paired with a faithful chord chart that captures the song's playful and poignant spirit, allowing you to finally bring this classic story to life on your guitar. Let's get started. C The silence is a heavy coat G
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G A D Bm Joyce the Librarian, you're so severe G A D Joyce the Librarian, whisper in my ear G A D Bm Joyce the Librarian, shush me once again G A D Joyce the Librarian, this is not a sin
Joyce the Librarian Lyrics and Chords Fixed: A Guide to the Beloved Folk Song [G] The lights go out at nine, she
To capture Peter Skellern’s signature theatrical accompaniment, use these exact chord shapes. The song relies heavily on a standard (alternating root bass notes and chords) in a bouncy, music-hall 2/4 or 4/4 time signature. C: X32010 G: 320003 or G7: 320001 Am: X02210 F: 133211 D7: XX0212 E7: 020100 Dm: XX0231 "Joyce the Librarian" Fixed Lyrics & Chords
For a gentle, acoustic rendition that might fit the serene atmosphere of a library: