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He Will Hold Me Fast Chords

Ada Habershon 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

He Will Hold Me Fast Chords – Guitar

A classic hymn of assurance by Ada Habershon. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Basic Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: Use a capo on the 3rd fret to match the original key of Bb, but play the G chord shapes shown.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

When I fear my faith will fail

G D G

Christ will hold me fast

G C

When the tempter would prevail

G D G

He will hold me fast

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Verse 2

G C

He will hold me fast, He will hold me fast

G D G

For my Savior loves me so

G C

He will hold me fast, He will hold me fast

G D G

For my Savior loves me so

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Verse 3

G C

I am precious in His sight

G D G

He will hold me fast

G C

Those He saves are His delight

G D G

He will hold me fast

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Bridge

G C

He’ll not let my soul be lost

G D G

His promises shall last

G C

Bought by Him at such a cost

G D G

He will hold me fast

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Practice tip: The song uses only three chords (G, C, D). Master switching between G and D, as that is the most common transition.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "He Will Hold Me Fast"?

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

Is "He Will Hold Me Fast" 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 "He Will Hold Me Fast" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "He Will Hold Me Fast"?

It was written by Ada Habershon, Matt Merker, and released in 2013.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

G · C · D · Em

He Will Hold Me Fast Chords – Ukulele

A classic hymn of assurance by Ada Habershon. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Basic Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a capo on the 3rd fret to match the original key of Bb, but play the G chord shapes shown.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

When I fear my faith will fail

G D G

Christ will hold me fast

G C

When the tempter would prevail

G D G

He will hold me fast

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Verse 2

G C

He will hold me fast, He will hold me fast

G D G

For my Savior loves me so

G C

He will hold me fast, He will hold me fast

G D G

For my Savior loves me so

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Verse 3

G C

I am precious in His sight

G D G

He will hold me fast

G C

Those He saves are His delight

G D G

He will hold me fast

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Bridge

G C

He’ll not let my soul be lost

G D G

His promises shall last

G C

Bought by Him at such a cost

G D G

He will hold me fast

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Practice tip: The song uses only three chords (G, C, D). Master switching between G and D, as that is the most common transition.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "He Will Hold Me Fast"?

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

Is "He Will Hold Me Fast" 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 "He Will Hold Me Fast" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "He Will Hold Me Fast"?

It was written by Ada Habershon, Matt Merker, and released in 2013.

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

He Will Hold Me Fast Chords – Piano

A classic hymn of assurance by Ada Habershon. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Basic Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a capo on the 3rd fret to match the original key of Bb, but play the G chord shapes shown.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

When I fear my faith will fail

G D G

Christ will hold me fast

G C

When the tempter would prevail

G D G

He will hold me fast

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Verse 2

G C

He will hold me fast, He will hold me fast

G D G

For my Savior loves me so

G C

He will hold me fast, He will hold me fast

G D G

For my Savior loves me so

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Verse 3

G C

I am precious in His sight

G D G

He will hold me fast

G C

Those He saves are His delight

G D G

He will hold me fast

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Bridge

G C

He’ll not let my soul be lost

G D G

His promises shall last

G C

Bought by Him at such a cost

G D G

He will hold me fast

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Practice tip: The song uses only three chords (G, C, D). Master switching between G and D, as that is the most common transition.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "He Will Hold Me Fast"?

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

Is "He Will Hold Me Fast" 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 "He Will Hold Me Fast" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "He Will Hold Me Fast"?

It was written by Ada Habershon, Matt Merker, and released in 2013.

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

He Will Hold Me Fast Chords – Banjo

A classic hymn of assurance by Ada Habershon. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Basic Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a capo on the 3rd fret to match the original key of Bb, but play the G chord shapes shown.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

When I fear my faith will fail

G D G

Christ will hold me fast

G C

When the tempter would prevail

G D G

He will hold me fast

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Verse 2

G C

He will hold me fast, He will hold me fast

G D G

For my Savior loves me so

G C

He will hold me fast, He will hold me fast

G D G

For my Savior loves me so

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Verse 3

G C

I am precious in His sight

G D G

He will hold me fast

G C

Those He saves are His delight

G D G

He will hold me fast

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Bridge

G C

He’ll not let my soul be lost

G D G

His promises shall last

G C

Bought by Him at such a cost

G D G

He will hold me fast

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Practice tip: The song uses only three chords (G, C, D). Master switching between G and D, as that is the most common transition.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "He Will Hold Me Fast"?

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

Is "He Will Hold Me Fast" 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 "He Will Hold Me Fast" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "He Will Hold Me Fast"?

It was written by Ada Habershon, Matt Merker, and released in 2013.

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

He Will Hold Me Fast Chords – Mandolin

A classic hymn of assurance by Ada Habershon. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Basic Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a capo on the 3rd fret to match the original key of Bb, but play the G chord shapes shown.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

When I fear my faith will fail

G D G

Christ will hold me fast

G C

When the tempter would prevail

G D G

He will hold me fast

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Verse 2

G C

He will hold me fast, He will hold me fast

G D G

For my Savior loves me so

G C

He will hold me fast, He will hold me fast

G D G

For my Savior loves me so

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Verse 3

G C

I am precious in His sight

G D G

He will hold me fast

G C

Those He saves are His delight

G D G

He will hold me fast

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Bridge

G C

He’ll not let my soul be lost

G D G

His promises shall last

G C

Bought by Him at such a cost

G D G

He will hold me fast

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Practice tip: The song uses only three chords (G, C, D). Master switching between G and D, as that is the most common transition.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "He Will Hold Me Fast"?

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

Is "He Will Hold Me Fast" 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 "He Will Hold Me Fast" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "He Will Hold Me Fast"?

It was written by Ada Habershon, Matt Merker, and released in 2013.

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

He Will Hold Me Fast Chords – Harmonica

A classic hymn of assurance by Ada Habershon. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Basic Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a capo on the 3rd fret to match the original key of Bb, but play the G chord shapes shown.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

When I fear my faith will fail

G D G

Christ will hold me fast

G C

When the tempter would prevail

G D G

He will hold me fast

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Verse 2

G C

He will hold me fast, He will hold me fast

G D G

For my Savior loves me so

G C

He will hold me fast, He will hold me fast

G D G

For my Savior loves me so

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Verse 3

G C

I am precious in His sight

G D G

He will hold me fast

G C

Those He saves are His delight

G D G

He will hold me fast

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Bridge

G C

He’ll not let my soul be lost

G D G

His promises shall last

G C

Bought by Him at such a cost

G D G

He will hold me fast

Chorus

C G

I could never keep my hold

D G

He must hold me fast

C G

For my love is often cold

D G

He must hold me fast

Practice tip: The song uses only three chords (G, C, D). Master switching between G and D, as that is the most common transition.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "He Will Hold Me Fast"?

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

Is "He Will Hold Me Fast" 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 "He Will Hold Me Fast" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "He Will Hold Me Fast"?

It was written by Ada Habershon, Matt Merker, and released in 2013.