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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · G · C · D · Em
Breathe Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · G · C · D · Em
Breathe Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · G · C · D · Em
Breathe Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · G · C · D · Em
Breathe Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · G · C · D · Em
Breathe Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · G · C · D · Em
Breathe Chords – Harmonica
Faith Hill’s romantic country-pop ballad about the intoxicating feeling of being in love. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Gentle Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a light touch and let the chords ring out to match the song’s airy feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
G
C
G
Chorus
C – G
D
C
G
D
Verse 2
G
C
G
C
G
C
G
Chorus
C
G
D – C
G
D – C
G
D – C
G
Bridge
C
G
D
C
G
Chorus
C
G
D – C
G
D – C
G
D – C
G
Outro
G
C – G
D – C
G – D
C – G
Practice tip: The chorus uses a simple four-chord progression (C, G, D, C). Practice switching between these chords cleanly before adding the lyrics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Breathe"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, C, D and Em.
Is "Breathe" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Breathe" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Breathe"?
It was written by Holly Lamar, Stephanie Bentley, and released in 1999.