Written by: Artie Glenn Recorded by: Elvis

transcribed by bill evans, [email protected]

You saw me crying in the chapel,

the tears I shed were tears of joy;

I know the meaning of contentment,

now I am happy with the Lord.

Just a plain and simple chapel,

where humble people go to pray;

I pray the Lord that I’ll grow stronger,

as I live from day to day.

I’ve searched and I’ve searched but I couldn’t find

no way on earth to gain peace of mind.

Now I’m happy in the chapel,

were people are of one accord;

We gather in the chapel,

just to sing and praise the Lord.

Every sinner looks for something,

that will put his heart at ease;

There is only one true answer,

he must get down on his knees.

Meet your neighbor in the chapel,

join with him in tears of joy;

You’ll know the meaning of contentment,

then you’ll be happy with the Lord.

You’ll search and you’ll search,

but you’ll never find;

no way on earth to gain peace of mind.

Take your troubles to the chapel,

get down on your knees and pray;

Your burdens will be lighter,

and you’ll surely find the way.