Billy Boy
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C
Can you really rock and roll Billy Boy Billy Boy
G7
Can you really rock and roll charming Billy
C
Yes I can really rock and roll I can even do the stroll
G7 C
But I'm a young cat and I can't leave my mother
Well can you play your guitar Billy Boy Billy Boy
G7
Can you play your guitar charming Billy
C
Yes I can play my guitar on a stage or in a car
G7 C
But I'm a young cat and I can't leave my mother
Well can you get that rocking feeling Billy Boy Billy Boy
G7
Can you get that rocking feeling charming Billy
C
Yes I can get that rocking feeling when I'm rocking and I'm reeling
G7 C
But I'm a young cat and I can't leave my mother
G7 C
I'm a young thing and I can't leave my mother
G7 C
I'm a young cat and I can't leave my mother
How to play Billy Boy
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is C. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.