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Runaway chords by
Elle King
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Key: F# major•
Intro 1
D
D

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Bm
Bm
2

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D
D

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Verse 1
D
D

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I was just a poor young
Bm
Bm
2

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D

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little ugly thing
Bm
Bm
2

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G
G

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Momma kicked me out, just shy of 17

I was lookin' for love,
A
A

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in the fire, in the flames
F#m
F#m
2

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G
G

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But the only way to love,
A
A

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is to get yourself burned
D
D

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That's how I became the runaway
Interlude 1
Bm
Bm
2

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D
D

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Bm
Bm
2

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D
D

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Verse 2
D
D

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I gave my hand to a man,
Bm
Bm
2

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D
D

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he put the ring on me

He couldn't understand why he was
Bm
Bm
2

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G
G

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n't just like me

I should've known by
A
A

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the look in his eyes
G
G

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We looked at the same guys
A
A

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That's when I realized
Verse 3
D
D

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No hands will hold me
Bm
Bm
2

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I'll always be lonely
Gm
Gm
3

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Is there someone out
A
A

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there who can break
D
D

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This habit of going
Bm
Bm
2

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There's no way of knowing
Em
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Gm
Gm
3

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I promise I'll always be a
D
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Bm
Bm
2

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Gm
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3

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A
A

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little runaway
D
D

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Your little runaway
Bm
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2

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Gm
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3

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A
A

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Verse 4
D
D

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If you're not careful,
Bm
Bm
2

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D

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you'll get your heart broken
Bm
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2

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G
G

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Take me as an example, I'll be a token
A
A

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I used to fall head over feet
G
G

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But everyone I loved deceived me
A
A

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So, what choice does that leave
D
D

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A runaway
Bm
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2

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Verse 5
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D

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You could say my shadow is
Bm
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2

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D
D

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the only friend of mine

But it gets pretty lonely in
Bm
Bm
2

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G
G

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the nighttime
A
A

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My shadow is almost as hard to see,
G
G

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oh
A
A

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Almost as hard as it is to love me
Verse 6

A runaway
D
D

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No hands will hold me
Bm
Bm
2

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I'll always be lonely
Gm
Gm
3

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Is there someone out
A
A

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there who can break
D
D

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This habit of going
Bm
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There's no way of knowing
Em
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Gm
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I promise I'll always be a
D
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Bm
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A
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little runaway
D
D

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I'll be a runaway
Outro 1
Bm
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Chords

  • D

  • Bm

    2

  • G

  • A

  • F#m

    2

  • Gm

    3

  • Em

Capo: 4

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Runaway?

The original key of Runaway by Elle King is F# major.

What are the main chords for Runaway?

The primary chords used in Runaway are F#, D#m, B, C#, A#m, Bm.

Do I need a capo to play Runaway?

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 4 fret.

Is Runaway beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like F#, D#m, B, C#, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of Runaway?

The tempo of Runaway is approximately 111 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Runaway?

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

Can I print the guitar chords for Runaway?

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

Is there a tuner available for Runaway?

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 Elle King.

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