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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Coal Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Coal Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Coal Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Coal Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Coal Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Coal Chords – Harmonica
A reflective and gritty song by Zach Bryan about hard work and legacy. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Folk Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, but play the G shapes shown.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
Verse 2
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
Bridge
Am – C – G
Am – C – D
Am – C – G
Am – C – D
Verse 3
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
Outro
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G (×2)
Practice tip: Focus on the simple G, C, D progression. Strum lightly on the verses to match the somber tone, and strum a bit harder on the choruses for emphasis.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Coal"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Coal" 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 "Coal" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Coal"?
It was written by Zach Bryan, and released in 2022.