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My Body
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"My Body" emerged from a moment of pure release, born from a frustrating day when the band decided to just let loose and create "the most ridiculous thing you could imagine." It was a way to yell out tension, a quirky joke that unexpectedly became a full song in just ten minutes. The lyrics capture this dynamic, a push-and-pull where the body might say "no," but the spirit won't quit, riding through spirals and challenges. This song, from Young the Giant's 2010 debut album, embodies the feeling of pushing through struggle with a burst of raw energy.
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My Body
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My Body
by Young the Giant
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About My Body Chords by Young the Giant
Learn how to play My Body by Young the Giant with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “My Body chords”, “My Body guitar chords”, or “Young the Giant My Body 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 My Body chords and for experienced players who want accurate My Body lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include D, G.
FAQ — My Body by Young the Giant
How do I play "My Body" by Young the Giant on guitar?
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Can I transpose "My Body" to a different key?
Yes. Use the transpose buttons on the song page to shift "My Body" up or down by half-steps so it matches your vocal range or capo position.
Can I see chord diagrams for "My Body"?
Yes. Tap any chord in "My Body" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.
Is "My Body" easy to play on guitar?
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What key is "My Body" in?
The chords for "My Body" show the original chord names (including D, G). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.