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Crying in The Chapel

By Elvis Presley

1,459 views Jul 13, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Elvis Presley's 'Crying in the Chapel' is a gospel song about finding peace and contentment through prayer and worship in a humble chapel. The lyrics describe a personal journey from searching for peace of mind to discovering joy and strength in God. The song emphasizes the simplicity of faith, the power of prayer, and the comfort of gathering with others to praise the Lord. It encourages listeners to bring their troubles to God, kneel in prayer, and find relief from burdens. The message is rooted in the idea that true contentment comes from a relationship with God, not from worldly pursuits.

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You saw me crying in the chapel.

The tears I shed were tears of joy

I know the meaning of contentment

Now I am happy with the Lord


Just a plain and simple chapel

Where humble people go to pray

I pray the Lord that I'll grow stronger

As I live from day to day


I've searched and I've searched

But I couldn't find

No way on earth

To gain peace of mind


Now I'm happy in the chapel

Where people are of one accord

We gather in the chapel

Just to sing and praise the Lord


Ev'ry sinner looks for something

That will put his heart at ease

There is only one true answer

He must get down on his knees


Meet your neighbor in the chapel

Join with him in tears of joy

You'll know the meaning of contentment

Then you'll be happy with the Lord


You'll search and you'll search

But you'll never find

No way on earth

To gain peace of mind


Take your troubles to the chapel

Get down on your knees and pray

Your burdens will be lighter

And you'll surely find the way

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