Is Free Chord Book really free?

Yes. Free Chord Book is 100% free with no sign-up required. Access 670,000+ guitar chords, tabs, and lyrics for every song you want to learn.

How do I transpose chords to a different key?

Open any song and use the transpose buttons to move every chord up or down by half-steps. Perfect for singers who need a different key or capo players.

Can I see chord diagrams while I play?

Yes. Tap any chord in a song to instantly see its interactive guitar chord diagram, including alternate fingerings and variations.

What's the difference between guitar chords and guitar tabs?

Chords show you which strings to strum together (great for rhythm playing and singing). Tabs (tablature) show you exact note-by-note fingerings, which is great for solos, riffs, and fingerpicking.

Does Free Chord Book work on mobile?

Yes. Free Chord Book is fully responsive and works on phones, tablets, and desktops. Use auto-scroll to play hands-free. There is also a free iPhone app (The Chord Book) and Android app (Free Chords).

Is there an iPhone or Android app?

Yes. Download The Chord Book on the Apple App Store and Free Chords on Google Play. Same 670,000+ songs, transpose, tuner, and auto-scroll — 100% free.

Can I print guitar chords?

Yes. Open any song and tap the Print button next to Save. You'll get a branded chord sheet with the Chord Book logo, ready for practice.

Is there a built-in guitar tuner?

Yes. Free Chord Book includes a free online guitar tuner that uses your microphone and YIN pitch detection for accurate tuning in standard and alternate tunings.

How many songs are available?

Over 670,000 songs with chords, tabs, and lyrics — covering every genre, from rock and pop to country, indie, folk, and Hebrew songs.

Is Free Chord Book a good alternative to Ultimate Guitar?

Yes. Free Chord Book is a fast, ad-free, 100% free alternative to Ultimate Guitar with interactive chord diagrams, instant transpose, auto-scroll, and a built-in tuner — no account required.

SavedFavorites

Peaceful Valley Boulevard

Chords

4.75 votes

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

Font15

KeyOriginal

Chords

Scroll

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

[Chords]
          F#dim7004545
          D#dim7001212
[Intro]
Em
Em   G
Em   G
Em   G
Em   G
[Verse 1]
EmOne day shots rang across the Gpeaceful EmvalleyG  
EmGod was crying tears that Gfell like EmrainG  
BeDfore the railroad came from GKansas CCityG  
And the Ambullets hit the bison Gfrom the tCrain
AmFirst shots rang across the peaceful F#dim7valley
GAnd the white man laid his foot upon the D#dim7plain
[Interlude] 
Em
Em
Em
Em  G
Em  G
[Verse 2]
The Emwagon train rolled through the Gdusty EmcanyonG  
The Emsettlers full of wonder Gas they EmcrossGed
A Dgentle creek where two old Goaks were stCandinGg
BeDfore the west was won there Gwas a Ccost
AmA rain of fire came down upon the F#dim7wagons
GA mother screamed and every soul was D#dim7lost
[Instrumental] 
Bb   F
Bb   F
C    F   G
Bb   F
Em   G
Em   G
Em   G
Em   G
[Verse 3]
EmChange hit the country Glike a EmthunderstorGm
EmAncient rivers soon bGegan to bEmoilG  
DPeople rushed like water to CGaliCforniaG  
DAt first they came for gold and tGhen for Coil
AmFortunes were made and lost in liF#dim7fetimes
GMother earth took poison in her D#dim7soil
[Interlude] 
Em  Em  Em  Em
Em  G  Em  G  Em  G
[Verse 4]
An EmElectra Cruiser coasted Gtowards the EmexitG  
And Emturned on Peaceful Valley GBoulEmevardG  
"DPeople make the difference" Gread a CbillbGoard
ADbove a long line of Gidling Ccars
BbWho'll be the one to lead this wF#dim7orld
Who'll be the beacon in the D#dim7night
[Bridge]
BbWho'll be the one to lead this wForld
BbWho'll be the beacon in the Fnight
CWho'll be the one to lead the Gnations
BbAnd protect God's crFeations
[Interlude] 
Em  G
Em  G
Em  G
Em  G
Em G
[Verse 5]
A Empolar bear was drifting Gon an Emice floeG  
EmSun beating down Gfrom the EmskyG  
DPoliticians gathered Gfor a suCmmitG  
And Dcame away with nothing Gto deCcide
AmStorms thundered on, his tears of falling F#dim7rain
GA child was born and wondered D#dim7why
[Outro]
Em
Em
Em
Em
Em   G
Em   G
Em   G

All chords in this song (9)

🎸 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

Peaceful Valley Boulevard

by Neil Young

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

F#dim7

D#dim7

[Chords]

F#dim7

004545

D#dim7

001212

[Intro]

Em G

[Verse 1]

Em G Em G

One day shots rang across the peaceful valley

Em G Em G

God was crying tears that fell like rain

D G C G

Before the railroad came from Kansas City

Am G C

And the bullets hit the bison from the train

Am F#dim7

First shots rang across the peaceful valley

G D#dim7

And the white man laid his foot upon the plain

[Interlude]

Em G

[Verse 2]

Em G Em G

The wagon train rolled through the dusty canyon

Em G Em G

The settlers full of wonder as they crossed

D G C G

A gentle creek where two old oaks were standing

D G C

Before the west was won there was a cost

Am F#dim7

A rain of fire came down upon the wagons

G D#dim7

A mother screamed and every soul was lost

[Instrumental]

Bb F

C F G

Bb F

Em G

[Verse 3]

Em G Em G

Change hit the country like a thunderstorm

Em G Em G

Ancient rivers soon began to boil

D G C G

People rushed like water to California

D G C

At first they came for gold and then for oil

Am F#dim7

Fortunes were made and lost in lifetimes

G D#dim7

Mother earth took poison in her soil

[Interlude]

Em Em Em Em

Em G Em G Em G

[Verse 4]

Em G Em G

An Electra Cruiser coasted towards the exit

Em G Em G

And turned on Peaceful Valley Boulevard

D G C G

"People make the difference" read a billboard

D G C

Above a long line of idling cars

Bb F#dim7

Who'll be the one to lead this world

D#dim7

Who'll be the beacon in the night

[Bridge]

Bb F

Who'll be the one to lead this world

Bb F

Who'll be the beacon in the night

C G

Who'll be the one to lead the nations

Bb F

And protect God's creations

[Interlude]

Em G

[Verse 5]

Em G Em G

A polar bear was drifting on an ice floe

Em G Em G

Sun beating down from the sky

D G C G

Politicians gathered for a summit

D G C

And came away with nothing to decide

Am F#dim7

Storms thundered on, his tears of falling rain

G D#dim7

A child was born and wondered why

[Outro]

Em G

About Peaceful Valley Boulevard Chords by Neil Young

Learn how to play Peaceful Valley Boulevard by Neil Young with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Peaceful Valley Boulevard chords”, “Peaceful Valley Boulevard guitar chords”, or “Neil Young Peaceful Valley Boulevard 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 Peaceful Valley Boulevard chords and for experienced players who want accurate Peaceful Valley Boulevard lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include F#dim7, D#dim7, Em, G, D, C.

FAQ — Peaceful Valley Boulevard by Neil Young

How do I play "Peaceful Valley Boulevard" by Neil Young on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Peaceful Valley Boulevard" by Neil Young 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 "Peaceful Valley Boulevard" by Neil Young free?

Yes. The chords for "Peaceful Valley Boulevard" by Neil Young are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Peaceful Valley Boulevard" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Peaceful Valley Boulevard"?

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

Is "Peaceful Valley Boulevard" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Peaceful Valley Boulevard" by Neil Young with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Neil Young below.

What key is "Peaceful Valley Boulevard" in?

The chords for "Peaceful Valley Boulevard" show the original chord names (including F#dim7, D#dim7, Em, G, D, C). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.