Hell's Half Acre
Band · Other Songs - Band
E A D
E A D
E A D E A D
It's way up in the Black Hills where we come from
E A D E A D
There's a girl and she warned me don't pick up that gun
E A
By the law of the land
E A
By the promise that might is right
E A D E
She would hold me and cry - don't you go off and fight
D Dsus
Somebody knocking at my door
B5 C G
Oh, I been called to war
D Dsus
Say goodbye to Tobacco Road
A7
Wear my colors, call my brothers
C
And for my country I'll go
E A D E
Down on Hell's Half Acre
E A D E
Shakin' with fever
E A D E
Rumble in the jungle
E D E
Down on Hell's Half Acre
She wrote me a letter and said what have they done
Placed a crown of thorns an this native son
Oh, maybe they're right, but maybe they're wrong
But what can I do, you're not here you're gone
Something in the air is much too quiet
Hear my heartbeat
The storms that rages from within
Three times thunder, blood runs cold
Got this wound on my soul
Down on Hell's Half Acre
Walking on fire
We got trouble in the wasteland
Down on Hell's Half Acre
Back in the land where buffalo roam
Oh is this my home
She said you've changed, you're not the same
Clouds of napalm and the opium
The damage was already done
Down on Hell's Half Acre
Shakin' with fever
Rumble in the jungle
Down on Hell's Half Acre
Down on Hell's Half Acre
Walking on fire
We got trouble in the wasteland
Down on Hell's Half Acre
Hell's Half Acre
Hell's Half Acre stands as a defining track within the expansive catalogue of The Band, capturing the group's signature blend of roots rock and Americana. The recording showcases the ensemble's tight harmonies and intricate instrumental interplay, hallmarks that established their reputation in the late 1960s and early 1970s. As a piece of work, it reflects the group's ability to weave narrative depth into their musical arrangements, often drawing from historical or regional themes. This song contributes significantly to their broader discography, reinforcing their status as influential figures in rock history. The track remains a testament to their collaborative songwriting and distinctive sound, offering listeners a glimpse into the rich musical landscape they helped cultivate during their most prolific era.

