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Broken Boy

Cage The Elephant

02:44

BAF#DGBm

How to play Broken Boy on guitar

Broken Boy by Cage The Elephant uses 6 chords: B, A, F#, D, G, Bm. It's intermediate level — a solid foundation in basic chord shapes will help before learning it.

DifficultyIntermediate
Duration02:44
Chords6
B B A B B(rock music plays)F# B D G B(singing)BI was born on the wrong side of the train tracks. I was raised with a strap across my back.DLet me out myGside or hold me up to theBlight. Yeah. I was bound by the cold kiss of aBvampire. I was bit by the whisper of a softDlie. Any good friend ofGyours is a goodBfriend of mine.GBrokenBmboy.GHow does it
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What chords are in Broken Boy by Cage The Elephant?

Broken Boy by Cage The Elephant uses 6 chords: B, A, F#, D, G, Bm. These chords cover the full arrangement of the song.

Do I need a capo to play Broken Boy by Cage The Elephant?

A capo on fret 2 is the most popular way to play Broken Boy. It converts the chord shapes into more beginner-friendly open positions — with the capo on fret 2, you'd play A, G, E, C, F, which is the easiest way to play the song. You can also play it without a capo using the original chord shapes. To play the full arrangement with a capo or customize it to your preferences, download the Strum app.

Is Broken Boy hard to play on guitar?

Broken Boy is intermediate level on guitar. It uses 6 chords, so a comfortable foundation in basic chord shapes will help before tackling it. With regular practice, most developing players can work through the full arrangement.

Can a beginner play Broken Boy on guitar?

Broken Boy is achievable for motivated beginners who already know a few basic chords. The 6-chord arrangement will take practice to get smooth, but it's definitely learnable with dedication.

How long is Broken Boy by Cage The Elephant?

Broken Boy by Cage The Elephant is 02:44 long. The full guitar chord arrangement covers the complete song — verses, chorus, and any bridge or outro sections.

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