Now playing

The Boy

Chords

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

90BPM

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

CHis eyes the Ameyes, of a Fboy growing old,G  
CDeep down inAmside there’s a Fstory untold,G  
              C  C+                              F  Fm  
He's sad, then laughs awhile he looks at me and then he smiles
CI’m in C7love, FI’m in Glove with that Cboy.C7  
Spoken: FTill I met Ghim I never thought that love could feel this CwayC7,
FMy nights wGere filled with lonely dreams, that grew worse with each 
passing CdayC7. I Fused to waGlk the streets at night, with really - no 
place to Cgo   C7but Floneliness is part of my past, a Gmillion tears G7ago.
When I stand by his side my heart fills with pride,
I look up at his face and I know, among giants he'll hold his place
So proud so bold, so strong can I behold,
CDo you think that C7people are Fbeing fair cause they all Fmbelieve (?) 
But CI don’t fear what C7people say our Flove will grow stronger with each Fm  
passing day COhhh FI’m in Glove COhhh FI’m in Glove..... fade

All chords in this song (7)

🎸 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

The Boy

by The Shangri-Las

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

C Am F G

His eyes the eyes, of a boy growing old,

C Am F G

Deep down inside there’s a story untold,

C C F Fm

He's sad, then laughs awhile he looks at me and then he smiles

C C7 F G C C7

I’m in love, I’m in love with that boy.

F G C C7

Spoken: Till I met him I never thought that love could feel this way,

F G

My nights were filled with lonely dreams, that grew worse with each

C C7 F G

passing day. I used to walk the streets at night, with really - no

C C7 F G G7

place to go but loneliness is part of my past, a million tears ago.

When I stand by his side my heart fills with pride,

I look up at his face and I know, among giants he'll hold his place

So proud so bold, so strong can I behold,

C C7 F Fm

Do you think that people are being fair cause they all believe (?)

C C7 F Fm

But I don’t fear what people say our love will grow stronger with each

C F G C F G

passing day Ohhh I’m in love Ohhh I’m in love..... fade

About The Boy Chords by The Shangri-Las

Learn how to play The Boy by The Shangri-Las with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “The Boy chords”, “The Boy guitar chords”, or “The Shangri-Las The Boy 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 The Boy chords and for experienced players who want accurate The Boy lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include C, Am, F, G, Fm, C7.

FAQ — The Boy by The Shangri-Las

How do I play "The Boy" by The Shangri-Las on guitar?

Open the free chords for "The Boy" by The Shangri-Las 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 "The Boy" by The Shangri-Las free?

Yes. The chords for "The Boy" by The Shangri-Las are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "The Boy" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "The Boy"?

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

Is "The Boy" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "The Boy" by The Shangri-Las with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by The Shangri-Las below.

What key is "The Boy" in?

The chords for "The Boy" show the original chord names (including C, Am, F, G, Fm, C7). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.