Worship

Give Thanks Chords

Henry Smith Beginner Key of G 4 Chords 3 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Give Thanks Chords – Guitar

A classic Christian worship song of gratitude by Henry Smith. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Strum (4/4 Time)

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Tip: Use a simple down-up strum if the pattern is tricky; the song’s power is in its heartfelt message.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C G

Give thanks with a grateful heart

G C G

Give thanks to the Holy One

G C G D

Give thanks because He’s given Jesus Christ, His Son

Chorus

G C

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G D

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G C

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

G D

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G C

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G D

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

Verse 2

G C G

Give thanks with a grateful heart

G C G

Give thanks to the Holy One

G C G D

Give thanks because He’s given Jesus Christ, His Son

Chorus

G C

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G D

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G C

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

G D

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G C

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G D

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

Bridge

G C

Give thanks

G C

Give thanks

G C

Give thanks

G D

Give thanks

Chorus

G C

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G D

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G C

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

G D

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G C

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G D

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

Practice tip: Master the G to C and G to D transitions, as they form the core of the song; practice the chorus slowly until the chord changes feel natural.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Give Thanks"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Give Thanks" 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 "Give Thanks" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Give Thanks"?

It was written by Henry Smith, and released in 1986.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Give Thanks Chords – Ukulele

A classic Christian worship song of gratitude by Henry Smith. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a simple down-up strum if the pattern is tricky; the song’s power is in its heartfelt message.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C G

Give thanks with a grateful heart

G C G

Give thanks to the Holy One

G C G D

Give thanks because He’s given Jesus Christ, His Son

Chorus

G C

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G D

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G C

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

G D

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G C

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G D

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

Verse 2

G C G

Give thanks with a grateful heart

G C G

Give thanks to the Holy One

G C G D

Give thanks because He’s given Jesus Christ, His Son

Chorus

G C

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G D

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G C

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

G D

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G C

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G D

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

Bridge

G C

Give thanks

G C

Give thanks

G C

Give thanks

G D

Give thanks

Chorus

G C

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G D

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G C

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

G D

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G C

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G D

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

Practice tip: Master the G to C and G to D transitions, as they form the core of the song; practice the chorus slowly until the chord changes feel natural.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Give Thanks"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Give Thanks" 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 "Give Thanks" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Give Thanks"?

It was written by Henry Smith, and released in 1986.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Give Thanks Chords – Piano

A classic Christian worship song of gratitude by Henry Smith. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a simple down-up strum if the pattern is tricky; the song’s power is in its heartfelt message.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C G

Give thanks with a grateful heart

G C G

Give thanks to the Holy One

G C G D

Give thanks because He’s given Jesus Christ, His Son

Chorus

G C

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G D

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G C

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

G D

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G C

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G D

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

Verse 2

G C G

Give thanks with a grateful heart

G C G

Give thanks to the Holy One

G C G D

Give thanks because He’s given Jesus Christ, His Son

Chorus

G C

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G D

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G C

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

G D

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G C

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G D

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

Bridge

G C

Give thanks

G C

Give thanks

G C

Give thanks

G D

Give thanks

Chorus

G C

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G D

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G C

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

G D

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G C

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G D

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

Practice tip: Master the G to C and G to D transitions, as they form the core of the song; practice the chorus slowly until the chord changes feel natural.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Give Thanks"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Give Thanks" 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 "Give Thanks" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Give Thanks"?

It was written by Henry Smith, and released in 1986.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Give Thanks Chords – Banjo

A classic Christian worship song of gratitude by Henry Smith. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a simple down-up strum if the pattern is tricky; the song’s power is in its heartfelt message.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C G

Give thanks with a grateful heart

G C G

Give thanks to the Holy One

G C G D

Give thanks because He’s given Jesus Christ, His Son

Chorus

G C

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G D

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G C

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

G D

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G C

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G D

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

Verse 2

G C G

Give thanks with a grateful heart

G C G

Give thanks to the Holy One

G C G D

Give thanks because He’s given Jesus Christ, His Son

Chorus

G C

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G D

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G C

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

G D

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G C

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G D

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

Bridge

G C

Give thanks

G C

Give thanks

G C

Give thanks

G D

Give thanks

Chorus

G C

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G D

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G C

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

G D

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G C

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G D

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

Practice tip: Master the G to C and G to D transitions, as they form the core of the song; practice the chorus slowly until the chord changes feel natural.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Give Thanks"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Give Thanks" 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 "Give Thanks" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Give Thanks"?

It was written by Henry Smith, and released in 1986.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Give Thanks Chords – Mandolin

A classic Christian worship song of gratitude by Henry Smith. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a simple down-up strum if the pattern is tricky; the song’s power is in its heartfelt message.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C G

Give thanks with a grateful heart

G C G

Give thanks to the Holy One

G C G D

Give thanks because He’s given Jesus Christ, His Son

Chorus

G C

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G D

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G C

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

G D

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G C

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G D

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

Verse 2

G C G

Give thanks with a grateful heart

G C G

Give thanks to the Holy One

G C G D

Give thanks because He’s given Jesus Christ, His Son

Chorus

G C

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G D

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G C

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

G D

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G C

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G D

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

Bridge

G C

Give thanks

G C

Give thanks

G C

Give thanks

G D

Give thanks

Chorus

G C

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G D

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G C

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

G D

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G C

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G D

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

Practice tip: Master the G to C and G to D transitions, as they form the core of the song; practice the chorus slowly until the chord changes feel natural.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Give Thanks"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Give Thanks" 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 "Give Thanks" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Give Thanks"?

It was written by Henry Smith, and released in 1986.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Give Thanks Chords – Harmonica

A classic Christian worship song of gratitude by Henry Smith. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a simple down-up strum if the pattern is tricky; the song’s power is in its heartfelt message.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C G

Give thanks with a grateful heart

G C G

Give thanks to the Holy One

G C G D

Give thanks because He’s given Jesus Christ, His Son

Chorus

G C

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G D

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G C

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

G D

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G C

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G D

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

Verse 2

G C G

Give thanks with a grateful heart

G C G

Give thanks to the Holy One

G C G D

Give thanks because He’s given Jesus Christ, His Son

Chorus

G C

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G D

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G C

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

G D

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G C

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G D

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

Bridge

G C

Give thanks

G C

Give thanks

G C

Give thanks

G D

Give thanks

Chorus

G C

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G D

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G C

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

G D

And now let the weak say, “I am strong”

G C

Let the poor say, “I am rich

G D

Because of what the Lord has done for us”

Practice tip: Master the G to C and G to D transitions, as they form the core of the song; practice the chorus slowly until the chord changes feel natural.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Give Thanks"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Give Thanks" 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 "Give Thanks" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Give Thanks"?

It was written by Henry Smith, and released in 1986.