Ariana Grande - The Boy Is Mine Chords

[Intro]
Em  D Am7 B7
 
 
[Verse 1]
Em
  How can it be? You and me
D               Am7
Likely meant to be, can't unsee it
 
But I don't wanna fuss, no see
    Em
I'm usually so unproblematic
       D
So independent
        Am7
Tell me why
 B7
'Cause the boy is mine, mine
 
 
[Pre-Chorus]
Em                                  D    Am7
Somethin' about him is made for somebody like me
 
Baby, come over, come over (Oh my)
    Em
And God knows I'm tryin'
                    D            Am7   B7
But there's just no use, can't deny it
 
 
[Chorus]
           Em
The boy is mine
 
I can't wait to try him
    D              Am7
Let-let's get intertwined
 
The stars, they aligned
           Em
The boy is mine
 
Watch me take my timе
  D                Am7
I can't believe my mind
            B7
That boy is divinе
 
He's mine
 
 
[Verse 2]
Em
  Please know this ain't what I planned for
D                       Am7
Probably wouldn't bet a dime or my life on
 
There's gotta be a reason why
   Em                                                D
My girls, they always come through in the sticky situations
         Am7
Say it's fine (It's fine)
B7
Happens all the time, -ime
 
 
[Pre-Chorus]
Em                                  D    Am7
Somethin' about him is made for somebody like me
 
Baby, come over, come over (Oh my)
    Em
And God knows I'm tryin'
                    D            Am7   B7
But there's just no use, can't deny it
 
 
[Chorus]
           Em
The boy is mine
 
I can't wait to try him
    D              Am7
Let-let's get intertwined
 
The stars, they aligned
           Em
The boy is mine
 
Watch me take my timе
  D                Am7
I can't believe my mind
            B7
That boy is divinе
 
He's—
 
 
[Bridge]
Am7                       Bm
   And I know it's simply meant to be
    C
And I, I take full accountability for all these years
Am7
Promise you I'm not usually
Bm                                 C
Like this sh*t, it's like losing me to me
      B7
But I can't ignore my heart, boy
 
 
[Chorus]
           Em
The boy is mine (Oh)
 
I can't wait to try him
    D              Am7
Let-let's get intertwined
 
The stars, they aligned
           Em
The boy is mine
 
Watch me take my timе
  D                Am7
I can't believe my mind
            B7
That boy is divinе
     N.C.
He's mine





How to play "The Boy Is Mine" by Ariana Grande on guitar

[Intro]
- Em D Am7 B7
- Begin with a basic down-up strumming pattern, allowing each chord to ring out.

[Verse 1.]
- Use Em D Am7 for lines like "How can it be?" For "You and Me,"
employ a moderate down-up strumming pattern.
- Maintain seamless transitions between the Em, D, and Am7 chords.
- Strumming pattern: Down-up-down-up, with a consistent rhythm.

- Em D Am7 B7 transitions to B7 with clear alterations.
- Use a softer strumming style for contemplative lyrics like "Tell me why."
- Strumming Pattern: Use down-up strums and progressively increase intensity.

[Pre-Chorus]
- Em D Am7 Strumming should be slightly more powerful to emphasize chord changes.
- Strumming Pattern: Down-up-down-up, focusing on downstrokes.

Strumming pattern:\
- Em D Am7 B7. Increase intensity to build to chorus.

[Chorus]
- Em D Am7
- In "The Boy Is Mine," start strumming more forcefully.
- Down-up-down-up strumming pattern, with a greater focus on downstrokes.
- Make use of distinct chord changes to balance the upbeat mood.

Repeat the strumming pattern, focusing on the dynamics and lyrical emphasis.

[Verse 2.]
Maintain a constant down-up strumming pattern in Em D Am7, similar to Verse 1.
Ensure seamless transitions and consistent rhythm throughout the song.

Emphasize dynamics, especially in lines like "There's gotta be a reason why."
- Strumming Pattern: Use down-up strums with increased intensity throughout emotive lines.

[Pre-Chorus] Em D Am7 B7
- Use the same strumming pattern, emphasizing obvious chord changes
and rhythmic stability.

[Chorus]: Em D Am7 B7
- Return to the pronounced strumming rhythm for the chorus.
- Maintain a constant rhythm and make crisp transitions.

[Bridge] Am7 Bm C
- For "And I know it's simply meant to be," employ a quieter strum pattern.
- Strumming Pattern: Down-up to emphasize the reflecting tone.

To emphasize the emotional shift, use slightly heavier strums on the downbeats.
- Strumming Pattern: Begin with down-up strums and progressively ramp up the volume.

[Chorus]: Em D Am7 B7
- Continue strumming in the same manner, emphasizing regular rhythm
and discernible chord changes.
- Let every chord ring out in the last few lines to emphasize the conclusion.

Common mistakes include inconsistent strumming patterns that impair a song's flow.
- Rushing chord changes, particularly between Em and D.
- Lack of emphasis on dynamics, especially in the chorus and bridge sections.

Ariana Grande's song "The Boy Is Mine" explores the intricacies
of romantic relationships. 
The lyrics address issues like desire, independence, and balancing
personal impulses with external expectations. 
Ariana Grande's powerful vocals and emotional performances have
made her a significant figure in pop and R&B music.