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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · Em · C · D
Beautiful Boy Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · Em · C · D
Beautiful Boy Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · Em · C · D
Beautiful Boy Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · Em · C · D
Beautiful Boy Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · Em · C · D
Beautiful Boy Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · Em · C · D
Beautiful Boy Chords – Harmonica
A lullaby for his son Sean by John Lennon. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Folk Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 3rd fret to play along with the original recording, which is in the key of Bb.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G
C
G
C – G
G – C (×4)
Verse 2
G
C
G
C – G
G – C (×4)
Chorus
D
C
G
D
C
G
D
C
Verse 3
G
C
G
C – G
G – C (×4)
Chorus
D
C
G
D
C
G
D
C
Bridge
D
C
G
D – C
G – C (×2)
D – C
G – C
Practice tip: The song uses only four chords (G, C, D, Am). Practice the G to C and C to D transitions to make the verses and chorus flow smoothly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Beautiful Boy"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, Em, C and D.
Is "Beautiful Boy" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Beautiful Boy" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Beautiful Boy"?
It was written by John Lennon, and released in 1980.