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Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone) Chords

Chris Tomlin Beginner Key of G 4 Chords 3 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone) Chords – Guitar

Chris Tomlin’s modern worship arrangement of the beloved hymn Amazing Grace. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Worship Strum (4/4 Time)

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Tip: Build dynamics from soft verses to powerful choruses. The “My chains are gone” section should feel like a breakthrough moment — strum with full conviction.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G G/B C

Amazing grace, how sweet the sound

G D

That saved a wretch like me

G G/B C G

I once was lost but now am found

Em D G

Was blind but now I see

Verse 2

G G/B C

’Twas grace that taught my heart to fear

G D

And grace my fears relieved

G G/B C G

How precious did that grace appear

Em D G

The hour I first believed

Chorus

G C

My chains are gone, I’ve been set free

G D

My God, my Savior has ransomed me

Em C G

And like a flood, His mercy reigns

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Verse 3

G G/B C

The Lord has promised good to me

G D

His word my hope secures

G G/B C G

He will my shield and portion be

Em D G

As long as life endures

Chorus

G C

My chains are gone, I’ve been set free

G D

My God, my Savior has ransomed me

Em C G

And like a flood, His mercy reigns

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Verse 4

G G/B C

The earth shall soon dissolve like snow

G D

The sun forbear to shine

G G/B C G

But God, who called me here below

Em D G

Will be forever mine

Final Chorus

G C

My chains are gone, I’ve been set free

G D

My God, my Savior has ransomed me

Em C G

And like a flood, His mercy reigns

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Practice tip: The G/B is just a G chord with B in the bass (2nd fret, A string). If that’s tricky, just play regular G — it’ll still sound great. Four main chords: G, C, D, Em.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)"?

It was written by John Newton, Chris Tomlin, Louie Giglio, and released in 2006.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone) Chords – Ukulele

Chris Tomlin’s modern worship arrangement of the beloved hymn Amazing Grace. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Worship Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑↓↑

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Tip: Build dynamics from soft verses to powerful choruses. The “My chains are gone” section should feel like a breakthrough moment — strum with full conviction.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G G/B C

Amazing grace, how sweet the sound

G D

That saved a wretch like me

G G/B C G

I once was lost but now am found

Em D G

Was blind but now I see

Verse 2

G G/B C

’Twas grace that taught my heart to fear

G D

And grace my fears relieved

G G/B C G

How precious did that grace appear

Em D G

The hour I first believed

Chorus

G C

My chains are gone, I’ve been set free

G D

My God, my Savior has ransomed me

Em C G

And like a flood, His mercy reigns

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Verse 3

G G/B C

The Lord has promised good to me

G D

His word my hope secures

G G/B C G

He will my shield and portion be

Em D G

As long as life endures

Chorus

G C

My chains are gone, I’ve been set free

G D

My God, my Savior has ransomed me

Em C G

And like a flood, His mercy reigns

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Verse 4

G G/B C

The earth shall soon dissolve like snow

G D

The sun forbear to shine

G G/B C G

But God, who called me here below

Em D G

Will be forever mine

Final Chorus

G C

My chains are gone, I’ve been set free

G D

My God, my Savior has ransomed me

Em C G

And like a flood, His mercy reigns

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Practice tip: The G/B is just a G chord with B in the bass (2nd fret, A string). If that’s tricky, just play regular G — it’ll still sound great. Four main chords: G, C, D, Em.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)"?

It was written by John Newton, Chris Tomlin, Louie Giglio, and released in 2006.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone) Chords – Piano

Chris Tomlin’s modern worship arrangement of the beloved hymn Amazing Grace. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Worship Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Build dynamics from soft verses to powerful choruses. The “My chains are gone” section should feel like a breakthrough moment — strum with full conviction.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G G/B C

Amazing grace, how sweet the sound

G D

That saved a wretch like me

G G/B C G

I once was lost but now am found

Em D G

Was blind but now I see

Verse 2

G G/B C

’Twas grace that taught my heart to fear

G D

And grace my fears relieved

G G/B C G

How precious did that grace appear

Em D G

The hour I first believed

Chorus

G C

My chains are gone, I’ve been set free

G D

My God, my Savior has ransomed me

Em C G

And like a flood, His mercy reigns

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Verse 3

G G/B C

The Lord has promised good to me

G D

His word my hope secures

G G/B C G

He will my shield and portion be

Em D G

As long as life endures

Chorus

G C

My chains are gone, I’ve been set free

G D

My God, my Savior has ransomed me

Em C G

And like a flood, His mercy reigns

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Verse 4

G G/B C

The earth shall soon dissolve like snow

G D

The sun forbear to shine

G G/B C G

But God, who called me here below

Em D G

Will be forever mine

Final Chorus

G C

My chains are gone, I’ve been set free

G D

My God, my Savior has ransomed me

Em C G

And like a flood, His mercy reigns

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Practice tip: The G/B is just a G chord with B in the bass (2nd fret, A string). If that’s tricky, just play regular G — it’ll still sound great. Four main chords: G, C, D, Em.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)"?

It was written by John Newton, Chris Tomlin, Louie Giglio, and released in 2006.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone) Chords – Banjo

Chris Tomlin’s modern worship arrangement of the beloved hymn Amazing Grace. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Worship Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Build dynamics from soft verses to powerful choruses. The “My chains are gone” section should feel like a breakthrough moment — strum with full conviction.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G G/B C

Amazing grace, how sweet the sound

G D

That saved a wretch like me

G G/B C G

I once was lost but now am found

Em D G

Was blind but now I see

Verse 2

G G/B C

’Twas grace that taught my heart to fear

G D

And grace my fears relieved

G G/B C G

How precious did that grace appear

Em D G

The hour I first believed

Chorus

G C

My chains are gone, I’ve been set free

G D

My God, my Savior has ransomed me

Em C G

And like a flood, His mercy reigns

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Verse 3

G G/B C

The Lord has promised good to me

G D

His word my hope secures

G G/B C G

He will my shield and portion be

Em D G

As long as life endures

Chorus

G C

My chains are gone, I’ve been set free

G D

My God, my Savior has ransomed me

Em C G

And like a flood, His mercy reigns

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Verse 4

G G/B C

The earth shall soon dissolve like snow

G D

The sun forbear to shine

G G/B C G

But God, who called me here below

Em D G

Will be forever mine

Final Chorus

G C

My chains are gone, I’ve been set free

G D

My God, my Savior has ransomed me

Em C G

And like a flood, His mercy reigns

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Practice tip: The G/B is just a G chord with B in the bass (2nd fret, A string). If that’s tricky, just play regular G — it’ll still sound great. Four main chords: G, C, D, Em.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)"?

It was written by John Newton, Chris Tomlin, Louie Giglio, and released in 2006.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone) Chords – Mandolin

Chris Tomlin’s modern worship arrangement of the beloved hymn Amazing Grace. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Worship Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Build dynamics from soft verses to powerful choruses. The “My chains are gone” section should feel like a breakthrough moment — strum with full conviction.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G G/B C

Amazing grace, how sweet the sound

G D

That saved a wretch like me

G G/B C G

I once was lost but now am found

Em D G

Was blind but now I see

Verse 2

G G/B C

’Twas grace that taught my heart to fear

G D

And grace my fears relieved

G G/B C G

How precious did that grace appear

Em D G

The hour I first believed

Chorus

G C

My chains are gone, I’ve been set free

G D

My God, my Savior has ransomed me

Em C G

And like a flood, His mercy reigns

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Verse 3

G G/B C

The Lord has promised good to me

G D

His word my hope secures

G G/B C G

He will my shield and portion be

Em D G

As long as life endures

Chorus

G C

My chains are gone, I’ve been set free

G D

My God, my Savior has ransomed me

Em C G

And like a flood, His mercy reigns

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Verse 4

G G/B C

The earth shall soon dissolve like snow

G D

The sun forbear to shine

G G/B C G

But God, who called me here below

Em D G

Will be forever mine

Final Chorus

G C

My chains are gone, I’ve been set free

G D

My God, my Savior has ransomed me

Em C G

And like a flood, His mercy reigns

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Practice tip: The G/B is just a G chord with B in the bass (2nd fret, A string). If that’s tricky, just play regular G — it’ll still sound great. Four main chords: G, C, D, Em.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)"?

It was written by John Newton, Chris Tomlin, Louie Giglio, and released in 2006.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone) Chords – Harmonica

Chris Tomlin’s modern worship arrangement of the beloved hymn Amazing Grace. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Worship Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Build dynamics from soft verses to powerful choruses. The “My chains are gone” section should feel like a breakthrough moment — strum with full conviction.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G G/B C

Amazing grace, how sweet the sound

G D

That saved a wretch like me

G G/B C G

I once was lost but now am found

Em D G

Was blind but now I see

Verse 2

G G/B C

’Twas grace that taught my heart to fear

G D

And grace my fears relieved

G G/B C G

How precious did that grace appear

Em D G

The hour I first believed

Chorus

G C

My chains are gone, I’ve been set free

G D

My God, my Savior has ransomed me

Em C G

And like a flood, His mercy reigns

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Verse 3

G G/B C

The Lord has promised good to me

G D

His word my hope secures

G G/B C G

He will my shield and portion be

Em D G

As long as life endures

Chorus

G C

My chains are gone, I’ve been set free

G D

My God, my Savior has ransomed me

Em C G

And like a flood, His mercy reigns

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Verse 4

G G/B C

The earth shall soon dissolve like snow

G D

The sun forbear to shine

G G/B C G

But God, who called me here below

Em D G

Will be forever mine

Final Chorus

G C

My chains are gone, I’ve been set free

G D

My God, my Savior has ransomed me

Em C G

And like a flood, His mercy reigns

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Em D G

Unending love, amazing grace

Practice tip: The G/B is just a G chord with B in the bass (2nd fret, A string). If that’s tricky, just play regular G — it’ll still sound great. Four main chords: G, C, D, Em.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)"?

It was written by John Newton, Chris Tomlin, Louie Giglio, and released in 2006.