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When the Boys Light Up chords by
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Key: F minor•
Verse 1
Em
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F#
F#
2

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B
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2

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Em
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When the boys light up,

light up

When the boys light up, light up
Verse 2

When the boys light up, light up
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Back and forth like a daytime drama

Up and down like a yo-yo mama

mama

Say there's gonna be days like this
D
D

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Cause light and dark don't coexist
Verse 3
Em
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How ya gonna see through this fog

How ya gonna get back on course

Ya ain't never gonna feel the force
G
G

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A
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If ya don't connect to a power source
Em
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C
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Cause ya been swapping

out day for night

But ya see a lamp light burning bright
F#
F#
2

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If ya get your flip-flops

off off the porch
B
B
2

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We're passing you the torch
Verse 4
Em
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When the boys light up, ya know
G
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Bm
Bm
2

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Who gets the praise who owns the show
Em
Em

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When the boys light up, it's on
G
G

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Bm
Bm
2

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Em
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We ain't stopping till we're done

We ain't nothing but the conduits
G
G

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Em
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He's got the power,
Bm
Bm
2

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He'll flip the switch
C
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B
B
2

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Leaving the dark behind
Em
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D
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Light up and let it shine
Verse 5
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When the boys light up, light up

When the boys light up, light up
Verse 6
Em
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I was feeling all overcome
D
D

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Had a faith gone dim and then some
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Em

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Gotta call from a band of brothers
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G

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A
A

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Em
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Turn the mic on, flash the Nikons
D
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All the doubters, I heard them say,
Em
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Now the band's gonna fade away

But the boys are back for a second act
G
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No excuses, we're lighting fuses
C
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You're in the dawn of your finest hour

So get wired to the highest power
F#
F#
2

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If you're down pick any sight
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D
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G
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Get ready to ignite
Verse 7
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When the boys light up, ya know
G
G

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Who gets the praise who
Bm
Bm
2

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Em
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owns the show

When the boys light up, it's on
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Bm
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2

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We ain't stopping till we're done

If we ain't nothing but the conduits
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He's got the power,
Bm
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2

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Em
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He'll flip the switch
C
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B
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2

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Leaving the dark behind
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C
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Light up and let it shine
Verse 8
G
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When we walk in His footsteps
D
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C
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It's a brighter day
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When we follow His word
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He lights the way
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When we lift up His banner
D
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And raise it high
B
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2

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We light up the sky
Verse 9
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When the boys light up, light up

When the boys light up, light up
F#
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2

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Verse 10


When the boys light up, ya know
G
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Who gets the praise who
Bm
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2

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Em
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owns the show

When the boys light up, it's on
G
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Bm
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2

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Em
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We ain't stopping till we're done

If we ain't nothing but the conduits
G
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He's got the power,
Bm
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Em
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He'll flip the switch
C
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Bm
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Em
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Leaving the dark behind
Verse 11
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When the boys light up, ya know
G
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Who gets the praise who
Bm
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2

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Em
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owns the show

When the boys light up, it's on
G
G

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Em
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We ain't stopping till we're done

If we ain't nothing but the conduits
G
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He's got the power,
Bm
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He'll flip the switch
C
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B
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Leaving the dark behind

Light up and let it shine

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Chords

  • Em

  • F#

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  • B

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  • D

  • G

  • A

  • C

  • Bm

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Capo: 1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of When the Boys Light Up?

The original key of When the Boys Light Up by Newsboys is F minor.

What are the main chords for When the Boys Light Up?

The primary chords used in When the Boys Light Up are Fm, G, C, Eb, Ab, Bb.

Do I need a capo to play When the Boys Light Up?

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 1 fret.

Is When the Boys Light Up beginner-friendly on guitar?

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

What is the tempo (BPM) of When the Boys Light Up?

The tempo of When the Boys Light Up is approximately 100 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for When the Boys Light Up?

You can easily change the key of When the Boys Light Up 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 When the Boys Light Up?

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

Is there a tuner available for When the Boys Light Up?

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 Newsboys.

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