Nib Chords and Lyrics by Black Sabbath

Nib Chords and Lyrics by Black Sabbath

Em   G  Em
            Oh yeah!
Em   G  Em
 
 
[Verse 1]
 
Em              G       Em
Some people say my love cannot be true
Em                 G        Em
Please believe me, my love, and I'll show you
Em              G            Em
I will give you those things you thought unreal
Em                 G         Em
The sun, the moon, the stars all bear my seal
 
 
[Riff]
 
Em   G  Em
            Oh yeah!
Em   G  Em
 
 
[Verse 2]
 
Em            G       Em
Follow me now and you will not regret
Em               G       Em
Leaving the life you led before we met
Em                G       Em
You are the first to have this love of mine
Em           G       Em
Forever with me till the end of time
 
 
[Chorus]
 
Em              D           C          B
  Your love for me has just got to be real
Em           D                C         B
  Before you know the way I'm going to feel
C              B
  I'm going to feel
C              B
  I'm going to feel
 
 
[Riff]
 
Em   G  Em
            Oh yeah!
Em   G  Em
 
 
[Verse 3]
 
Em             G        Em
Now I have you with me, under my power
Em                  G       Em
Our love grows stronger now with every hour
Em           G            Em
Look into my eyes, you'll see who I am
Em           G      Em
My name is Lucifer, please take my hand
 
 
[Riff]
 
Em   G  Em
            Oh yeah!
Em   G  Em
 
 
[Verse 4]
 
Em            G       E
Follow me now and you will not regret
Em               G       Em
Leaving the life you led before we met
Em                G       Em
You are the first to have this love of mine
Em           G       Em
Forever with me till the end of time
 
 
[Chorus]
 
Em              D           C          B
  Your love for me has just got to be real
Em           D                C         B
  Before you know the way I'm going to feel
C              B
  I'm going to feel
C              B
  I'm going to feel
 
 
[Riff]
 
Em   G  Em
            Oh yeah!
Em   G  Em
 
 
[Verse 5]
 
Em             G        Em
Now I have you with me, under my power
Em                  G       Em
Our love grows stronger now with every hour
Em           G            Em
Look into my eyes, you'll see who I am
Em           G      Em
My name is Lucifer, please take my hand

“N.I.B.” (Nativity in Black) is a song by Black Sabbath from their debut studio album, “Black Sabbath,” released in 1970. It was written by the band members, primarily guitarist Tony Iommi, bassist Geezer Butler, vocalist Ozzy Osbourne, and drummer Bill Ward.

“N.I.B.” is known for its distinctive bassline, which was created by Geezer Butler. The song’s lyrics tell the story of Lucifer falling in love with humanity and vowing to protect a woman (“the woman in black”), despite his demonic nature. The title “N.I.B.” is often interpreted as an acronym for “Nativity in Black,” though it has also been suggested to stand for “Nativity in Blackness” or “Nativity in Blood.”

The song’s blues-inspired riff and ominous atmosphere contributed to its popularity and enduring appeal. It has been covered by numerous artists and has been featured in various forms of media over the years. “N.I.B.” remains a favorite among fans of Black Sabbath and is considered one of the standout tracks on their debut album.