Now playing

Boys

Chords

4.968 votes

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

Bminor

90BPM

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

[Intro]
I was busy thinkin' 'bout Bmboys, Gboys, Dboys
AAlways busy dreamin' 'bout Bmboys, Gboys, Dboys
AHead is spinnin' thinkin' 'bout Bmboys
[Verse 1]
I need that bad boy to dGo me right on a Friday
DAnd I need that good one to Awake me up on a Sunday
BmThat one from work can come oGver on Monday night
I want 'em aDll, I want 'em aAll
BmAnd when they finally leGave me, I'm all alone but
DI'm lookin' down and my gAirls are blowin' my phone up
BmThem twenty questions, they asGkin' me where I'm at
DDidn't hit 'em backA  
[Pre-Chorus]
BmI'm sorry that I miGssed your party
DI wish I had a beAtter excuse like
BmI had to trash the hGotel lobbyD  
[Chorus]
I was busy thinkin' 'bout Bmboys, Gboys, Dboys
AAlways busy dreamin' 'bout Bmboys, Gboys, Dboys
AHead is spinnin' thinkin' 'bout Bmboys
[Verse 2]
In every city I've gGot one with different ringtones
DFlyin' from L.A. all the wAay to Puerto Rico
BmMy girls are callin' me aGskin' me where I'm at
DDidn't hit 'em backA  
[Pre-Chorus]
BmI'm sorry that I miGssed your party
DI wish I had a beAtter excuse
BmBut I can't even lGie you got meD  
[Chorus]
I was busy thinkin' 'bout Bmboys, Gboys, Dboys
AAlways busy dreamin' 'bout Bmboys, Gboys, Dboys
AHead is spinnin' thinkin' 'bout Bmboys
[Bridge]
GDon't be mad, don't be Dmad at me (no...)
ADarling, I can't stop it even if I wanted
GDon't be mad, don't be Dmad at me (no, no, no, no)
AMissed what you were sayin', I was miles away, yeah
GDon't be mad, don't be Dmad
Not like I had a choAice
[Chorus]
I was busy thinkin' 'bout Bmboys, Gboys, Dboys
Always busy dreamin' 'bout Bmboys, Gboys, Dboys
I was busy thinkin' 'bout Bmboys, bGoys, Dboys
AAlways busy dreamin' 'bout Bmboys, Gboys, Dboys
AHead is spinnin' thinkin' 'bout boys

All chords in this song (4)

🎸 Tips from players

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

Chord Book

670,000+ free guitar chords · free-chords.com

Boys

by Charli XCX

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

[Intro]

Bm G D

I was busy thinkin' 'bout boys, boys, boys

A Bm G D

Always busy dreamin' 'bout boys, boys, boys

A Bm

Head is spinnin' thinkin' 'bout boys

[Verse 1]

I need that bad boy to do me right on a Friday

D A

And I need that good one to wake me up on a Sunday

Bm G

That one from work can come over on Monday night

D A

I want 'em all, I want 'em all

Bm G

And when they finally leave me, I'm all alone but

D A

I'm lookin' down and my girls are blowin' my phone up

Bm G

Them twenty questions, they askin' me where I'm at

D A

Didn't hit 'em back

[Pre-Chorus]

Bm G

I'm sorry that I missed your party

D A

I wish I had a better excuse like

Bm G D

I had to trash the hotel lobby

[Chorus]

Bm G D

I was busy thinkin' 'bout boys, boys, boys

A Bm G D

Always busy dreamin' 'bout boys, boys, boys

A Bm

Head is spinnin' thinkin' 'bout boys

[Verse 2]

In every city I've got one with different ringtones

D A

Flyin' from L.A. all the way to Puerto Rico

Bm G

My girls are callin' me askin' me where I'm at

D A

Didn't hit 'em back

[Pre-Chorus]

Bm G

I'm sorry that I missed your party

D A

I wish I had a better excuse

Bm G D

But I can't even lie you got me

[Chorus]

Bm G D

I was busy thinkin' 'bout boys, boys, boys

A Bm G D

Always busy dreamin' 'bout boys, boys, boys

A Bm

Head is spinnin' thinkin' 'bout boys

[Bridge]

G D

Don't be mad, don't be mad at me (no...)

Darling, I can't stop it even if I wanted

G D

Don't be mad, don't be mad at me (no, no, no, no)

Missed what you were sayin', I was miles away, yeah

G D

Don't be mad, don't be mad

Not like I had a choice

[Chorus]

Bm G D

I was busy thinkin' 'bout boys, boys, boys

Bm G D

Always busy dreamin' 'bout boys, boys, boys

Bm G D

I was busy thinkin' 'bout boys, boys, boys

A Bm G D

Always busy dreamin' 'bout boys, boys, boys

Head is spinnin' thinkin' 'bout boys

About Boys Chords by Charli XCX

Learn how to play Boys by Charli XCX with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Boys chords”, “Boys guitar chords”, or “Charli XCX Boys 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 Boys chords and for experienced players who want accurate Boys lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Bm, G, D, A.

FAQ — Boys by Charli XCX

How do I play "Boys" by Charli XCX on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Boys" by Charli XCX 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 "Boys" by Charli XCX free?

Yes. The chords for "Boys" by Charli XCX are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Boys" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Boys"?

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

Is "Boys" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Boys" by Charli XCX with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Charli XCX below.

What key is "Boys" in?

The chords for "Boys" show the original chord names (including Bm, G, D, A). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.