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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Go Rest High on That Mountain Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Go Rest High on That Mountain Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Go Rest High on That Mountain Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Go Rest High on That Mountain Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Go Rest High on That Mountain Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Go Rest High on That Mountain Chords – Harmonica
Vince Gill’s poignant country gospel ballad about finding peace after a life of toil. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Slow Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a slow, steady strum and let the chords ring out to match the song’s solemn feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Verse 2
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Verse 3
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Bridge
Em – C – G
Em – C – D
Em – C – G
Em – C – D
Verse 4
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Practice tip: Master the G-C-D chord progression first, as it forms the core of the song. Practice the bridge’s Em-C-G change slowly before adding the strum.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Go Rest High on That Mountain"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D, Em and Am.
Is "Go Rest High on That Mountain" 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 "Go Rest High on That Mountain" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Go Rest High on That Mountain"?
It was written by Vince Gill, and released in 1994.