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[Verse 1]
I said, I'm Asitting here watching matchbox holding my clothes
I said, I'm Dsitting here wonder'n matchbox holding my Aclothes
I ain't Egot no matches Dbut a long way to AgoE  
[Chorus]
Well, let me Abe your little dog 'till your big dog comes
Well, let me Dbe your little dog 'till your big dog Acomes
And when your Ebig dog gets hereD  
Watch how your puppy dog ArunsE  
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[Verse 2]
I'm an Aold poor boy a long way from home
I'm an Dold poor boy a long way from Ahome
I ain't Egot no matches Dbut a long way to AgoE  
[Chorus]
Well, let me Abe your little dog 'till your big dog comes
Well, let me Dbe your little dog 'till your big dog Acomes
And when your Ebig dog gets hereD  
Watch how your puppy dog ArunsE  
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[Verse 3]
I'm an Aold poor boy a long way from home
I'm an Dold poor boy a long way from Ahome
I ain't Egot no matches Dbut a long way to AgoE  
[Outro]
Well, let me Abe your little dog 'till your big dog comes
Well, let me Dbe your little dog 'till your big dog Acomes
And when your Ebig dog gets hereD  
Watch how your puppy dog Aruns

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Matchbox

by Paul McCartney

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

[Intro]

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[Verse 1]

I said, I'm sitting here watching matchbox holding my clothes

D A

I said, I'm sitting here wonder'n matchbox holding my clothes

E D A E

I ain't got no matches but a long way to go

[Chorus]

Well, let me be your little dog 'till your big dog comes

D A

Well, let me be your little dog 'till your big dog comes

E D

And when your big dog gets here

A E

Watch how your puppy dog runs

[Instrumental]

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D A

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E D A E

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D A

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E D A E

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[Verse 2]

I'm an old poor boy a long way from home

D A

I'm an old poor boy a long way from home

E D A E

I ain't got no matches but a long way to go

[Chorus]

Well, let me be your little dog 'till your big dog comes

D A

Well, let me be your little dog 'till your big dog comes

E D

And when your big dog gets here

A E

Watch how your puppy dog runs

[Instrumental]

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D A

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E D A E

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[Verse 3]

I'm an old poor boy a long way from home

D A

I'm an old poor boy a long way from home

E D A E

I ain't got no matches but a long way to go

[Outro]

Well, let me be your little dog 'till your big dog comes

D A

Well, let me be your little dog 'till your big dog comes

E D

And when your big dog gets here

Watch how your puppy dog runs

About Matchbox Chords by Paul McCartney

Learn how to play Matchbox by Paul McCartney with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Matchbox chords”, “Matchbox guitar chords”, or “Paul McCartney Matchbox 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 Matchbox chords and for experienced players who want accurate Matchbox lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include A, D, E.

FAQ — Matchbox by Paul McCartney

How do I play "Matchbox" by Paul McCartney on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Matchbox" by Paul McCartney 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 "Matchbox" by Paul McCartney free?

Yes. The chords for "Matchbox" by Paul McCartney are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Matchbox" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Matchbox"?

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

Is "Matchbox" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "Matchbox" in?

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