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Key: A major
Intro 1
G
G

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D
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Verse 1
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G

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Wasn't the question you asked me

It wasn't the answer I gave
D
D

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That made me feel like I was on a train

Was a distant voice

Made me make a choice
D
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G

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C
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That I had to get the fuck out of this town
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G

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C
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I got a lot of things to do
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C
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A lot of places to go

I've got a lot of good
D
D

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things coming my way

And I'm afraid to say that you're
Interlude 1

not one of them.
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Verse 2
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G

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Last time I was there

You were out on the couch
D
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G

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Pressed into a little electric 2

It was the way that you smiled

Made me know at once
D
D

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That I had to get the fuck
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G

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C
C

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out of this town
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G

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C
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'Cause I've decide to make a stand
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G

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C
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And I'm not gonna take your hand
D
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I'm taking the next bus outta here,

I'm gonna head for Box Elder,
Outro 1

M.O.
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Chords
  • G

  • D

  • C

Capo: 2

Transpose: 0

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Frequently asked questions

The original key of Box Elder by Pavement is A major.

The primary chords used in Box Elder are A, E, D.

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 2 fret.

Yes, this version uses open chords like A, E, D, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

The tempo of Box Elder is approximately 146 beats per minute.

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

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

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 Pavement.

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

You can view the full chord sheet and lyrics for Box Elder by Pavement on this page for free. We provide high-quality, verified chords to help you start playing immediately.