Taylor Swift - London Boy Chords

[Verse 1]
F                             Dm             C
I love my hometown as much as Motown, I love SoCal
                    F                  Dm                    C
And you know I love Springsteen, faded blue jeans, Tennessee whiskey
              F                     Dm
But something happened, I heard him laughing
          C
I saw the dimples first and then I heard the accent
         F                       Dm
They say home is where the heart is
    C
But that's not where mine lives

[Chorus]
                  F
You know I love a London boy
  Dm                   C
I enjoy walking Camden Market in the afternoon
            F                      Dm
He likes my American smile, like a child when our eyes meet
C
Darling, I fancy you
                F                        Dm
Took me back to Highgate, met all of his best mates
           C
So I guess all the rumors are true
                  F         Dm
You know I love a London boy
     C
Boy, I fancy you (Ooh)

[Verse 2]
               F                      Dm                C
And now I love high tea, stories from Uni, and the West End
                       F                    Dm             C
You can find me in the pub, we are watching rugby with his school friends
          F                 Dm
Show me a gray sky, a rainy cab ride
       C
Babes, don't threaten me with a good time
         F                       Dm
They say home is where the heart is
    C
But God, I love the English

[Chorus]
                  F                             Dm
You know I love a London boy, I enjoy nights in Brixton
C
Shoreditch in the afternoon
            F                      Dm
He likes my American smile, like a child when our eyes meet
C
Darling, I fancy you
                F                        Dm
Took me back to Highgate, met all of his best mates
                   C
So I guess all the rumors are true
                  F         Dm
You know I love a London boy
     C          N.C.
Boy, I fancy you

[Bridge]
                      F
So please show me Hackney
                        Dm                  C
Doesn't have to be Louis V up on Bond Street
                   F
Just wanna be with you
               Dm C
Wanna be with you
           F
Stick with me, I'm your queen
       Dm                 C
Like a Tennessee Stella McCartney on the Heath
                    F                 Dm
Just wanna be with you (Wanna be with you)
              C
Wanna be with you (Oh)

[Chorus]
                  F             Dm
You know I love a London boy, I enjoy walking Soho
C
Drinking in the afternoon (Yeah)
            F                      Dm
He likes my American smile, like a child when our eyes meet
C
Darling, I fancy you (You)
                F                        Dm
Took me back to Highgate, met all of his best mates
                   C
So I guess all the rumors are true (Yeah)
                  F         Dm
You know I love a London boy   (Oh)
          C
Boy (Oh), I fancy you (I fancy you, ooh)

[Outro]
                  F
So please show me Hackney
                         Dm                 C
Doesn't have to be Louis V up on Bond Street
                   F  Dm
Just wanna be with you
C
I, I, I fancy you
C
Oh whoa, oh, I
           F
Stick with me, I'm your queen
       Dm                 C
Like a Tennessee Stella McCartney on the Heath
                   F    Dm
Just wanna be with you (Ooh)
              C
Wanna be with you
C
I fancy you (Yeah), I fancy you
         F
Oh whoa, ah





How to play "London Boy" on guitar

- Chord Progression: The song consistently uses the chord progression F, Dm, 
  C throughout the verses and choruses. This gives a cheerful and uplifting 
  musical backdrop to the lyrics.

- Strumming Pattern: A simple yet effective strumming pattern for this song
  would be down-down-up-up-down-up. This pattern allows for a bouncy rhythm 
  that complements the lighthearted nature of the song.

- Chord Changes: Ensure smooth transitions between the chords. Practice moving 
  from F to Dm, and then to C without pausing, keeping your rhythm consistent.

- Expressiveness: Emphasize the change in lyrical tone from verses to chorus
  by varying your strumming intensity. Strum lightly during the verses and more
  forcefully during the choruses to match the dynamic shifts in the song.

- Bridge: Pay attention to the bridge, where the chord changes become slightly
  more frequent. Practice this section separately to nail the timing and feel.

- Common Mistakes:
  - Not maintaining a consistent strumming pattern, which can disrupt the flow.
  - Hurrying through the chord transitions, which can cause chords to sound
    muddled or incomplete.
  - Over-strumming, which may overpower the vocal melody.

General Tips:
- Practice the chord transitions slowly and increase your speed as you become
  more comfortable.
- Listen to the song to understand how the guitar part works with the other
  instruments and vocals.
- Always tune your guitar before playing to avoid sounding out of key.

Lyrics Meaning:
"London Boy" captures the essence of Taylor Swift's affection for the city of 
London and its culture, highlighted by her experiences with a romantic interest.
The lyrics playfully navigate through various iconic British experiences, 
reflecting a fondness and whimsical appreciation for both the place and the 
person.