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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Defender Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Defender Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Defender Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Defender Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Defender Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Defender Chords – Harmonica
A powerful worship anthem by Rita Springer declaring God’s faithfulness as our protector. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Worship 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, while still playing the G chord shapes.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D – G
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
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
Chorus
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
Outro
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Practice tip: Master the G-C-D chord progression changes before adding the lyrics, as this pattern forms the core of the entire song.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Defender"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Defender" 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 "Defender" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Defender"?
It was written by Rita Springer, Steffany Gretzinger, Francesca Battistelli, and released in 2017.