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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D
Family Tradition Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D
Family Tradition Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D
Family Tradition Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D
Family Tradition Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D
Family Tradition Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D
Family Tradition Chords – Harmonica
Hank Williams Jr.’s outlaw country anthem about carrying on the family legacy. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Chords used: G, C, D · Key: G · Difficulty: Beginner · More 3-chord songs →
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Tip: Play with a driving, confident strum. This is a rowdy country anthem — don’t be shy with the dynamics.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G
C
D
G
Chorus
G
C
D
G
C
D – G
Verse 2
G
C
D
G
Verse 3
G
C
D
G
Chorus
G
C
D
G
C
D – G
Verse 4
G
C
D
G
Chorus
G
C
D
G
C
D – G
Practice tip: Just three chords — G, C, D. The timing follows a talking/singing style, so don’t worry about hitting every change exactly on beat. Let the lyrics lead.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Family Tradition"?
You need 3 beginner-friendly chords: G, C and D.
Is "Family Tradition" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 3 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Family Tradition" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Family Tradition"?
It was written by Hank Williams Jr., and released in 1979.