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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
In My Arms Instead Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
In My Arms Instead Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
In My Arms Instead Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
In My Arms Instead Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
In My Arms Instead Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
In My Arms Instead Chords – Harmonica
A heartfelt country ballad by the Randy Rogers Band about longing for a simpler, more genuine connection. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Country Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, but play the G, C, D, and Em shapes as written.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Verse 2
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Bridge
Em – C
G – D
Em – C
G – D
Chorus
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Outro
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Practice tip: The chord progression G, C, D repeats often. Practice switching between G and C until it’s automatic, as it’s the most common change in the song.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "In My Arms Instead"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "In My Arms Instead" 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 "In My Arms Instead" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "In My Arms Instead"?
It was written by Randy Rogers, Brady Black, and released in 2010.