A D A E7 A INTRO D A As we journey along on life's wicked road, E7 So selfish are we for silver and gold. A D A You can treasure your wealth, your diamonds and gold, E7 A But my friend it won't save your poor wicked soul. D A For when God calls from his home up on high, E7 To your earthly wealth you must say goodbye. A D A Then its useless to you if you've strayed from the fold, E7 A For my friend it won't save your poor wicked soul. A D A E7 A D A E7 A INSTRUMENTAL D A The rich man like all will be judged at that time, E7 But all of his wealth will be left behind. A D A For no matter how much earthly wealth you get hold, E7 A My friend it won't save your poor wicked soul. E7 A My friend it won't save your poor wicked soul.