Emtap to play
Gtap to play
Dtap to play
Atap to play
Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Em · G · D · A
Boulevard of Broken Dreams Chords – Guitar
Emtap to play
Gtap to play
Dtap to play
Atap to play
Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Em · G · D · A
Boulevard of Broken Dreams Chords – Ukulele
Emtap to play
Gtap to play
Dtap to play
Atap to play
Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Em · G · D · A
Boulevard of Broken Dreams Chords – Piano
Emtap to play
Gtap to play
Dtap to play
Atap to play
Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Em · G · D · A
Boulevard of Broken Dreams Chords – Banjo
Emtap to play
Gtap to play
Dtap to play
Atap to play
Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Em · G · D · A
Boulevard of Broken Dreams Chords – Mandolin
Emtap to play
Gtap to play
Dtap to play
Atap to play
Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Em · G · D · A
Boulevard of Broken Dreams Chords – Harmonica
Green Day’s Grammy-winning anthem of isolation. Simple power chord progression with iconic dynamics.
Pop-Punk (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↑↓↑
123456
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
Em – G – D – A (×2)
Chorus
Em – G – D
A
C – G – D – Em (×3)
C – G – B7
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of E: Em G D A. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: Loop the two hardest chord changes slowly before adding any strumming — clean, in-time changes matter more than speed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Boulevard of Broken Dreams"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Em, G, D and A.
Is "Boulevard of Broken Dreams" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of E, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Boulevard of Broken Dreams" in?
It is in the key of E.
Who wrote "Boulevard of Broken Dreams"?
It was written by Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt, Tre Cool, and released in 2004.