Now playing

When It Began

Chords

4.611 votes

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

Amajor

90BPM

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

#-----------------------------PLEASE NOTE-------------------------------------#
#-----------------------------------------------------------------------------#
capo on 1st fret
intro chords   A F#m D repeat twice
Astopped at a light that shined right through
Aand where you've been there still a F#mview
Dyou stopped at nothing out of your first chance,now its Bmnothing like Ewhen
Ait began... when iDt began,when it Abegan,when it Dbegan..
long ago or yesterday
the queen sits quietly , just her place
she plays off with their heads and on with my pants
oh a little something when it began
Bmoh and nothing ya thats something I undeF#mrstand by dance???try to
Dmake it laF#mst ,I play the fool ,a king at your Dcommand Eooyah
A  F#m  D
A  F#m  D
F#mI never had to bow to you when we begDan,now I cBman play a tune
                     E                     D                               Bmat
your command...if you say nothing then thats something                    E
                                                                       AI
understand....when it began etc.
outro    A    F#m  D  

All chords in this song (5)

🎸 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

When It Began

by The Replacements

Lyrics & chords · Original key · Capo on fret 1 (as written in this song)

Chords in this song · guitar

F#m

#-----------------------------PLEASE NOTE-------------------------------------#

#-----------------------------------------------------------------------------#

capo on 1st fret

intro chords A F#m D repeat twice

stopped at a light that shined right through

A F#m

and where you've been there still a view

D Bm E

you stopped at nothing out of your first chance,now its nothing like when

A D A D

it began... when it began,when it began,when it began..

long ago or yesterday

the queen sits quietly , just her place

she plays off with their heads and on with my pants

oh a little something when it began

Bm F#m

oh and nothing ya thats something I understand by dance???try to

D F#m D E

make it last ,I play the fool ,a king at your command ooyah

A F#m D

F#m D Bm

I never had to bow to you when we began,now I can play a tune

E D Bm

your command...if you say nothing then thats something E

understand....when it began etc.

A F#m D

outro

About When It Began Chords by The Replacements

Learn how to play When It Began by The Replacements with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “When It Began chords”, “When It Began guitar chords”, or “The Replacements When It Began 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 When It Began chords and for experienced players who want accurate When It Began lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include A, F#m, D, Bm, E.

FAQ — When It Began by The Replacements

How do I play "When It Began" by The Replacements on guitar?

Open the free chords for "When It Began" by The Replacements 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 "When It Began" by The Replacements free?

Yes. The chords for "When It Began" by The Replacements are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "When It Began" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "When It Began"?

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

Is "When It Began" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "When It Began" by The Replacements with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by The Replacements below.

What key is "When It Began" in?

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