Country, Folk

I Told You Things Chords

Zach Bryan 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 Told You Things Chords – Guitar

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

G · C · D · Em

I Told You Things Chords – Ukulele

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

G · C · D · Em

I Told You Things Chords – Piano

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

G · C · D · Em

I Told You Things Chords – Banjo

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

G · C · D · Em

I Told You Things Chords – Mandolin

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

G · C · D · Em

I Told You Things Chords – Harmonica

A reflective and confessional song by Zach Bryan about sharing deep truths in a relationship. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

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

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, while still playing the G-shaped chords shown.

Chords & Structure

Full Song

Verse 1

G – C

G – D

G – C

G – D

Chorus

C – G

D – Em

C – G

D

C – G

D – Em

C – G

D – G

Verse 2

G – C

G – D

G – C

G – D

Chorus

C – G

D – Em

C – G

D

C – G

D – Em

C – G

D – G

Bridge

Em – C

G – D

Em – C

G – D

Verse 3

G – C

G – D

G – C

G – D

Chorus

C – G

D – Em

C – G

D

C – G

D – Em

C – G

D – G

Outro

G

C

G – D

G

Practice tip: The chords G, C, D, and Em are the only ones used. Practice switching between G and C, as that is the most common transition in the song.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "I Told You Things"?

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

Is "I Told You Things" 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 Told You Things" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "I Told You Things"?

It was written by Zach Bryan, and released in 2024.