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Behind Blue Eyes original guitar chords by
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Key: E minor•
Intro 1
Esus4
Esus4

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Esus4
Esus4

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Verse 1
Em
Em

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G
G

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No one knows what it's like
D
D

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To be the bad man
Cadd9
Cadd9

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To be the sad man
Asus2
Asus2

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Behind blue eyes
Em
Em

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G
G

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No one knows what it's like
D
D

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To be hated
Cadd9
Cadd9

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To be fated
Asus2
Asus2

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To telling only lies
Chorus 1
C
C

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D
D

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But my dreams
G
G

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They aren't as empty
C
C

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D
D

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E
E

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As my conscience seems to be
Bm
Bm
2

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C
C

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I have hours, only lonely
D
D

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My love is vengeance
Asus2
Asus2

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That's never free
Verse 2
Em
Em

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G
G

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No one knows what it's like
D
D

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To feel these feelings
Cadd9
Cadd9

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Like I do
Asus2
Asus2

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And I blame you
Em
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G
G

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No one bites back as hard
D
D

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On their anger
Cadd9
Cadd9

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None of my pain and woe
Asus2
Asus2

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Can show through
Chorus 2
C
C

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D
D

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But my dreams
G
G

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They aren't as empty
C
C

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D
D

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E
E

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As my conscience seems to be
Bm
Bm
2

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C
C

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I have hours, only lonely
D
D

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My love is vengeance
Asus2
Asus2

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That's never free
Bridge 1
E
E

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Bm
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2

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A
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E
E

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Bm
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2

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A
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E
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Bm
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2

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A
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When my fist clenches, crack it o_ pen
E
E

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Bm
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2

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G
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D
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Before I use it and lose my cool
Bm
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2

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A
A

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D
D

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When I smile, tell me some bad news
Bm
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2

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Before I laugh
A
A

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E
E

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Bm
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2

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A
A

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and act like a fool
E
E

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Bm
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2

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A
A

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E
E

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And if I swallow anything evil
Bm
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2

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G
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D
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Put your finger down my throat
Bm
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2

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A
A

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D
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And if I shiver, please give me a blanket
Bm
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2

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Keep me warm,
A
A

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E
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Bm
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2

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A
A

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let me wear your coat
E
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Bm
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2

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A
A

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B
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2

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A

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G
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D
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B
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2

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A
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G
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D
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B
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2

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A
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B
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2

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B
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2

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Verse 3
Em
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G
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No one knows what it's like
D
D

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To be the bad man
Cadd9
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To be the sad man
Asus2
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Behind blue eyes

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An acoustic guitar head with tuning pegs

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Chords

  • Esus4

  • Em

  • G

  • D

  • Cadd9

  • Asus2

  • C

  • E

  • Bm

    2

  • A

  • B

    2

Capo: No capo

Transpose: 0

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Behind Blue Eyes?

The original key of Behind Blue Eyes by The Who is E minor.

What are the main chords for Behind Blue Eyes?

The primary chords used in Behind Blue Eyes are Em, G, D, C, A, E.

Do I need a capo to play Behind Blue Eyes?

No capo is required for this song.

Is Behind Blue Eyes beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like Em, G, D, C, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

Are there official chords for Behind Blue Eyes?

If the simplified chords are too easy, you can visit the original chords page for a more advanced arrangement.

What is the tempo (BPM) of Behind Blue Eyes?

The tempo of Behind Blue Eyes is approximately 62 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Behind Blue Eyes?

You can easily change the key of Behind Blue Eyes using our Transpose button located in the toolbar. This will automatically update all chord diagrams on the page to match your new key.

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Yes! Click the Print icon to generate a clean, one-page version of the chords and lyrics for Behind Blue Eyes. This is perfect for practicing offline or adding to a physical songbook.

Is there a tuner available for Behind Blue Eyes?

Yes, we have integrated a Mini-Tuner directly on this page. Use it to quickly check your string pitch (Standard Tuning: E A D G B E) before you start playing along with The Who.

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Absolutely. Click the Save or Heart icon to add Behind Blue Eyes to your account. You can access all your saved songs under My Library at any time.

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You can view the full chord sheet and lyrics for Behind Blue Eyes by The Who on this page for free. We provide high-quality, verified chords to help you start playing immediately.