Saved

Hold The Line

Chords
4.8590 votes
Get the app
App StoreGoogle Play
15
Original
Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams
As you hold F#m you can play, if you want, one of these riffs:
Riff 1 : e|---0-2-| Riff 2 : e|-------|
B|-2-----| B|-------|
G|-------| G|-------|
D|-------| D|---2-4-|
A|-------| A|-4-----|
E|-------| E|-------|
[Intro]
F#m   C#m   D   E   Esus4   Ex2
E C#m Cm Bm
[Verse]
BmIt's not in the C#mway that you F#mhold me (riff 1)C#m  Cm  Bm  
BmIt's not in the C#mway you say you F#mcare (riff 2)C#m  Cm  Bm  
BmIt's not in the C#mway you've been Dmaj7treating my EfriendsC#m  Cm  Bm  
BmIt's not in the C#mway that you Dmaj7stayed till the EendC#m  Cm  Bm  
BmIt's not in the C#mway you look or the Dthings that you say that you'll Edo
[Chorus]
Hold the F#mlineC#m, D   E   Esus4love Eisn't always on time, oh F#moh C#mohD  E  Esus4  E  
Hold the F#mlineC#m, D   E   Esus4love Eisn't always on time, oh F#moh C#mohD  E  Esus4  E  E  C#m  Cm  Bm  
[Verse]
BmIt's not in the C#mwords that you F#mtold me, girl (riff 1C#m)Cm  Bm  
BmIt's not in the C#mway you say you're F#mmine (riff 2)C#m  Cm  Bm  
BmIt's not in the C#mway that you Dmaj7came back to EmeC#m  Cm  Bm  
BmIt's not in the C#mway that your Dmaj7love set me fEreeC#m  Cm  Bm  
BmIt's not in the C#mway you look or the Dthings that you say that you'll Edo
[Chorus]
Hold the F#mlineC#m, D   E   Esus4love Eisn't always on time, oh F#moh C#mohD  E  Esus4  E  
Hold the F#mlineC#m, D   E   Esus4love Eisn't always on time, oh F#moh C#mohD  E  Esus4  E  E  C#m  Cm  Bm  
[Verse]
BmIt's not in the C#mwords that you F#mtold me, girl (riff 1)C#m  Cm  Bm  
BmIt's not in the C#mway you say you're F#mmine, ooh (riff 2)C#m  Cm  Bm  
BmIt's not in the C#mway that you Dmaj7came back to EmeC#m  Cm  Bm  
BmIt's not in the C#mway that your Dmaj7love set me EfreeC#m  Cm  Bm  
BmIt's not in the C#mway you look or the Dthings that you say that you'll Edo
[Chorus]
Hold the F#mlineC#m, D   E   Esus4love Eisn't always on time, oh F#moh C#mohD  E  Esus4  E  
Hold the F#mlineC#m, D   E   Esus4love Eisn't always on time, (LF#move C#misn'Dt EalEsus4ways oEn time)
Hold the F#mlineC#m, D   E   Esus4love Eisn't always on time, (LF#move C#misn'Dt EalEsus4ways, Elove isn't always on time)
Hold the F#mlineC#m, D   E   Esus4love Eisn't always on time,F#m  C#m  D  E  Esus4  E  
Love isn't always on timeF#m  C#m  D  E  Esus4  E  
Love isn't always on timeF#m  C#m  D  E  Esus4  E  
Love isn't always on time, whF#moa oC#mh oh DoEhEsus4  E  E  C#m  Cm  Bm  

The story behind the song

"Hold the Line" was recorded by the American rock band Toto for their 1978 debut studio album. Written by keyboardist David Paich, who also came up with the piano riff that forms the intro and chorus, the song features lead vocals by Bobby Kimball. It was released as the band's debut single in September 1978. The song became an international hit, bringing the band to mainstream attention.

AI-written from these sources:Hold the Line — Wikipedia ↗Toto (band) — Wikipedia ↗MusicBrainz ↗

🎸 Tips from players

Got a tip for playing this song — capo position, easier chords, strumming? Be the first to share one.

About Hold The Line Chords by Toto

Learn how to play Hold The Line by Toto with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Hold The Line chords”, “Hold The Line guitar chords”, or “Toto Hold The Line chords” and you will find this page — transpose to any key, tap chords for diagrams, and use auto-scroll while you play. Perfect for beginners looking for easy Hold The Line chords and for experienced players who want accurate Hold The Line lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include F#m, B, G, D, A, E.

FAQ — Hold The Line by Toto

How do I play "Hold The Line" by Toto on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Hold The Line" by Toto on Free Chord Book. Tap any chord to see its diagram, use transpose to change the key, and turn on auto-scroll to play hands-free.

Are the chords for "Hold The Line" by Toto free?

Yes. The chords for "Hold The Line" by Toto are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Hold The Line" to a different key?

Yes. Use the transpose buttons on the song page to shift "Hold The Line" up or down by half-steps so it matches your vocal range or capo position.

Can I see chord diagrams for "Hold The Line"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "Hold The Line" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "Hold The Line" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Hold The Line" by Toto with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Toto below.

What key is "Hold The Line" in?

The chords for "Hold The Line" show the original chord names (including F#m, B, G, D, A, E). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.