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Yo-Yo chords by
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Key: D minor•
Intro 1
Am
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Verse 1
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There are many
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G

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different people,
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E
E

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Livin' double lives.
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C
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One for the office,
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And one that they take home
Am
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F
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to their wives.
C
C

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He sits in the armchair,
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G

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watching channel 4,
Am
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With his brains not expected
F
F

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home for an hour or more.
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He's still drifting to and fro,
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G

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Em
Em

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like a yo- yo.
Verse 2
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Em

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Am

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His wife is in the kitchen,
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Em
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Am
Am

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fixin' her old man's tea
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C
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She's thinking to herself,
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Am
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"He's not the man that married me,
F
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yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah."
C
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They used to laugh together,
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G

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now he's never at home.
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Now she's fighting back the tears,
F
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she can't even laugh alone.
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She's just sitting by the telephone,
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Em
Em

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like a yo- yo.
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Verse 3
C
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F
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You needed me when
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C

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you were crying,

But now you're laughing I'm
F
F

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C
C

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the last thing on your mind.
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C
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First you love me, then you don't.

I'm up and down,
F
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E
E

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Am
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G
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Like a yo- yo.

Yo- yo.
Em
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Verse 4

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Ah, you thought you knew
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me pretty well,
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But with people like me you never can tell.
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F
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You can only guess which way I'll go.
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F
F

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You got me sussed, but

you don't know,
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G

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I'm a yo- yo.
Em
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F
F

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Just like a yo- yo on a string.
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G

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I'm a yo- yo.
Em
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F
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Little child playing with a yo- yo.
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Em
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F
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Yo- yo, yo- yo.
Interlude 1
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Verse 5
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Girl you had me dangling,
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Am
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like a yo- yo on a string,
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Am
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But with you at the controls I could accomplish anything,
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yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah.
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G
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You were just playing, I was a little boy,
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But when I grew into a man
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you just threw away your toy,
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Like a yo- yo.
Em
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E
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Yo- yo.
Verse 6
C
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You might be popular,
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but it won't last for long,

So don't give up the day job,
F
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C
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in case it all goes wrong.
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Look at your ego, watch it go,
C
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up and down,
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E
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Am
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Like a yo- yo.
Em
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E
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Yo- yo.
Verse 7
C
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F
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You needed me when you were crying,
C
C

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But now you're laughing I'm
F
F

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C
C

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the last thing on your mind.
F
F

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First you love me, then you don't.
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F
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I'm up and down,
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Am
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Like a yo- yo.
Em
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Yo- yo.
C
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I'm a yo- yo (yo- yo).
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Like a yo-

yo.

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Chords

  • Am

  • G

  • Em

  • E

  • C

  • F

Capo: 5

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Frequently asked questions

What is the original key of Yo-Yo?

The original key of Yo-Yo by The Kinks is D minor.

What are the main chords for Yo-Yo?

The primary chords used in Yo-Yo are Dm, C, Am, A, F, Bb.

Do I need a capo to play Yo-Yo?

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 5 fret.

Is Yo-Yo beginner-friendly on guitar?

Yes, this version uses open chords like Dm, C, Am, A, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

What is the tempo (BPM) of Yo-Yo?

The tempo of Yo-Yo is approximately 115 beats per minute.

How do I transpose the chords for Yo-Yo?

You can easily change the key of Yo-Yo 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 Yo-Yo?

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

Is there a tuner available for Yo-Yo?

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 Kinks.

Can I save Yo-Yo to play later?

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

Can I access the guitar chords for Yo-Yo for free?

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