Worship

I Am Barabbas Chords

Maverick City Music Beginner Key of G 4 Chords 2 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

G · C · D · Em

I Am Barabbas Chords – Guitar

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

G · C · D · Em

I Am Barabbas Chords – Ukulele

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

G · C · D · Em

I Am Barabbas Chords – Piano

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

G · C · D · Em

I Am Barabbas Chords – Banjo

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

G · C · D · Em

I Am Barabbas Chords – Mandolin

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

G · C · D · Em

I Am Barabbas Chords – Harmonica

A powerful worship song by Maverick City Music about receiving undeserved grace. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Chords used: G, C, D, Em · Key: G · Difficulty: Beginner

Soulful 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, while still playing the G chord shapes listed.

Chords & Structure

Full Song

Verse 1

G – C – G

D – C – G

G – C – G

D – C – G

Chorus

C – G – D (×2)

C – G

D – C – G

Verse 2

G – C – G

D – C – G

G – C – G

D – C – G

Chorus

C – G – D (×2)

C – G

D – C – G

Bridge

C – G

D – C – G

C – G

D – C – G

Chorus

C – G – D (×2)

C – G

D – C – G

Outro

G – C – G

D – C – G

G – C – G

D – C – G

Practice tip: Master the G, C, and D chords individually before trying to play the whole song; the entire progression uses only these three chords.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "I Am Barabbas"?

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

Is "I Am Barabbas" 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 "I Am Barabbas" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "I Am Barabbas"?

It was written by Chandler Moore, and released in 2021.