War Pigs Guitar Chords and Lyrics By Black Sabbath

War Pigs Guitar Chords and Lyrics By Black Sabbath

Intro:  E D E D  D E
 
D E                                D E
  Generals gathered in their masses, Just like witches at black masses
D E                               D E
  Evil minds that plot destruction, Sorcerer of death's construction 
D E                               D E
  In the fields the bodies burning, As the war machine keeps turning
D E                          D E
  Death and hatred to mankind, Poisoning their brainwashed minds 
            D E
Oh lord yeah! 
 
G Gb F E  G Gb F E
 
E
Politicians hide themselves away, they only started the war 
Why should they go out to fight?
                                   D E
They leave that role to the poor, yeah!
 
E E E E
 
E
Time will tell on their power minds, making war just for fun 
Treating people just like pawns in chess,
                                       D E
Wait 'till their judgement day comes, yeah 
 
G Gb F E  G Gb F E (2x) D E
 
D E                                  D E
  Now in darkness world stops turning, ashes where the bodies burning 
D E                              D E
  No more War Pigs have the power, hand of God has struck the hour
D E                               D E
  Day of judgement, God is calling, on their knees the war pigs crawling
D E                             D E
  Begging mercies for their sins, Satan, laughing, spreads his wings 
         D E
Oh lord yeah! 
D E  G Gb F E  G Gb F E

“War Pigs” is known for its powerful anti-war message and its heavy, driving musical arrangement. Lyrically, the song critiques the leaders who send young people off to war for their own gain, condemning the atrocities committed in the name of conflict. The imagery in the lyrics is vivid and provocative, reflecting the band’s disillusionment with the political and social climate of the time.

Musically, “War Pigs” is characterized by its memorable guitar riffs, thunderous drums, and Osbourne’s impassioned vocals. The song’s structure includes dynamic shifts and instrumental breaks that contribute to its epic feel.

“War Pigs” has remained a staple of Black Sabbath’s live performances throughout the years and has been covered by numerous artists from various musical genres. It has also been featured in films, television shows, and other forms of media, cementing its status as one of Black Sabbath’s most enduring and influential songs.

“Paranoid,” the album that includes “War Pigs,” has sold millions of copies worldwide and is considered one of the greatest heavy metal albums of all time.