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The Authority Box chords by
Robyn Hitchcock
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Key: Gb major•
Intro 1
F#
F#
2

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F#sus4
F#sus4
2

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F#
F#
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F#sus4
F#sus4
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F#
F#
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Verse 1
F#
F#
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The Authority Box

and the headgrenade

Love is in the blade

Noone ever touches
E
E

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F#
F#
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Everybody watches everyone
Verse 2
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When the spoilt child

Hits middle age

Wants to turn the page
E
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The page is stuck with blood
F#
F#
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And you know whose blood it is

'That will do nicely'
E
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Step this way sir
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F#
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After you'
Verse 3
B
B
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E
E

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I call your name
B
B
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E
E

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but you don't hear me
B
B
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I call your name
E
E

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But you're nowhere

near me anyway
F#
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Verse 4


Sweet 53

My pink is red

Unscrew my head
E
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Failure rips in_ to my 'you're
F#
F#
2

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too old for this'

With your vanity on

So dual key

So freedom fries

So Texas vow
E
E

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You and your wife have teeth alive,
F#
F#
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F#sus4
F#sus4
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F#
F#
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now haven't you?
E
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Figure I know your love is
F#
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F#sus4
F#sus4
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nothing per_ sonal
F#
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I call your name
Verse 5
B
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E
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B
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E
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F#
F#
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But you don't hear me any_ way
Verse 6
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When the sun goes down

I'm a lonely boy

with a lonely kiss
E
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Say what you like about this
F#sus4
F#sus4
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But I'll never ever bother
F#
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you
Verse 7
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I'm stepping out of my disease

with a CEO and a budget horn
E
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You just married a guy who didn't
F#
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know it yet

Nothing wrong with failure
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F#
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Everybody does it
Verse 8
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B
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F#
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Can you hear me?
E
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B
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Can you hear me?
F#
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Verse 9

E
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B
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F#
F#
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Ah fuck me I'm a trol_ ley bus
E
E

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B
B
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Yeah fuck me-
F#
F#
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- I'm a trol_ ley bus
E
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B
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Whoah fuck me-
F#
F#
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- I'm a trol_ ley bus
Outro 1
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Chords

  • F#

    2

  • F#sus4

    2

  • E

  • B

    2

Capo: 4

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of The Authority Box?

The original key of The Authority Box by Robyn Hitchcock is Gb major.

What are the main chords for The Authority Box?

The primary chords used in The Authority Box are Gb, Gbsus4, Fb, Cb.

Do I need a capo to play The Authority Box?

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

Is The Authority Box beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like Gb, Gbsus4, Fb, Cb, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of The Authority Box?

The tempo of The Authority Box is approximately 97 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for The Authority Box?

You can easily change the key of The Authority Box 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 The Authority Box?

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

Is there a tuner available for The Authority Box?

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 Robyn Hitchcock.

Can I save The Authority Box to play later?

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

Can I access the guitar chords for The Authority Box for free?

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