In the great book of John - you're warned of the day When you'll be laid - beneath the cold clay The Angel of Death - will come from the sky And claim your poor soul - when the time comes to die.
CHORUS When The Angel of Death - comes down after you Can you smile and say - that you have been true Can you truthfully say - with your dying breath That you're ready to meet - the Angel of death.
When the lights all grow dim - and the dark shadows creep And then your loved ones - are gathered to weep Can you face them and say - with your dying breath That you're ready to meet - the Angel of Death.