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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Free Now Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Free Now Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Free Now Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Free Now Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Free Now Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Free Now Chords – Harmonica
A reflective and hopeful song by Zach Bryan about finding freedom after hardship. 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, C, D, and Em shapes shown.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
G – D
G – C – G
D – Em – C
G – D
Chorus
C – G
D – Em
C – G
D – G – C
Verse 2
G – C – G
D – Em – C
G – C – G
D – Em – C – G
Chorus
C – G
D – Em
C – G
D – G – C
Bridge
Em – C
G – D
Em – C
G – D
Verse 3
G – C – G
D – Em – C
G – C – G
D – Em – C – G
Chorus
C – G
D – Em
C – G
D – G – C (×3)
Practice tip: Master the G to C and G to D transitions, as they are the most common changes in this song. Strum slowly and focus on clarity before adding speed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Free Now"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Free Now" 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 "Free Now" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Free Now"?
It was written by Zach Bryan, and released in 2024.