Now playing

Bobby Shaftoe

Chords

4.84 votes

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

Cmajor

90BPM

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

Verse 1
CBobby Shaftoe's gone to sea
GSilver buckles on his knee
CHe'll come back and marry me
GBonny Bobby CShaftoe
Verse 2
CBobby Shaftoe's tall and slim
GAlways dressed so neat and trim
CAll the lasses smile at him
GBonny Bobby CShaftoe
Repeat verse 1
CBobby Shaftoe's gone to sea
GSilver buckles on his knee
CHe'll come back and marry me
GBonny Bobby CShaftoe
Verse 3
CBobby Shaftoe's bright and fair
GCombing down his yellow hair
CHe's my love for evermore
GBonny Bobby CShaftoe
Repeat verse 1
CBobby Shaftoe's gone to sea
GSilver buckles on his knee
CHe'll come back and marry me
GBonny Bobby CShaftoe

All chords in this song (2)

🎸 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

Bobby Shaftoe

by Misc Traditional

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

Verse 1

Bobby Shaftoe's gone to sea

Silver buckles on his knee

He'll come back and marry me

G C

Bonny Bobby Shaftoe

Verse 2

Bobby Shaftoe's tall and slim

Always dressed so neat and trim

All the lasses smile at him

G C

Bonny Bobby Shaftoe

Repeat verse 1

Bobby Shaftoe's gone to sea

Silver buckles on his knee

He'll come back and marry me

G C

Bonny Bobby Shaftoe

Verse 3

Bobby Shaftoe's bright and fair

Combing down his yellow hair

He's my love for evermore

G C

Bonny Bobby Shaftoe

Repeat verse 1

Bobby Shaftoe's gone to sea

Silver buckles on his knee

He'll come back and marry me

G C

Bonny Bobby Shaftoe

About Bobby Shaftoe Chords by Misc Traditional

Learn how to play Bobby Shaftoe by Misc Traditional with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Bobby Shaftoe chords”, “Bobby Shaftoe guitar chords”, or “Misc Traditional Bobby Shaftoe 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 Bobby Shaftoe chords and for experienced players who want accurate Bobby Shaftoe lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include C, G.

FAQ — Bobby Shaftoe by Misc Traditional

How do I play "Bobby Shaftoe" by Misc Traditional on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Bobby Shaftoe" by Misc Traditional 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 "Bobby Shaftoe" by Misc Traditional free?

Yes. The chords for "Bobby Shaftoe" by Misc Traditional are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Bobby Shaftoe" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Bobby Shaftoe"?

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

Is "Bobby Shaftoe" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Bobby Shaftoe" by Misc Traditional with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Misc Traditional below.

What key is "Bobby Shaftoe" in?

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