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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Fire Away Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Fire Away Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Fire Away Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Fire Away Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Fire Away Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Fire Away Chords – Harmonica
A powerful ballad about enduring love and support by Chris Stapleton. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Slow Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 3rd fret to match the original recording’s key of Bb, but these chords are written for open position in G.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C – G
C – G
C – G – C
G – C – G
Chorus
C – G (×3)
Verse 2
G – C – G
C – G
C – G – C
G – C – G
Chorus
C – G (×3)
Bridge
C – G – C
G – C (×3)
Verse 3
G – C – G
C – G
C – G – C
G – C – G
Chorus
C – G (×3)
Chorus
C – G (×3)
Practice tip: The song’s emotion comes from the steady, patient strumming. Practice the G to C transition until it’s automatic, as it’s the most common change in the song.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Fire Away"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D, Em and Am.
Is "Fire Away" 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 "Fire Away" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Fire Away"?
It was written by Chris Stapleton, and released in 2015.