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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Just a Closer Walk with Thee Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Just a Closer Walk with Thee Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Just a Closer Walk with Thee Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Just a Closer Walk with Thee Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Just a Closer Walk with Thee Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Just a Closer Walk with Thee Chords – Harmonica
A traditional gospel hymn expressing a desire for divine guidance and strength. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Gospel Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Strum gently and let the lyrics carry the emotion.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
G – D
G – C – G
D – G – D
Chorus
G – C
G – D
G – C – G
D – G
Verse 2
G – C
G – D
G – C – G
D – G
Chorus
G – C
G – D
G – C – G
D – G
Verse 3
G – C
G – D
G – C – G
D – G
Chorus
G – C
G – D
G – C – G
D – G
Practice tip: Practice the G to C and G to D transitions slowly until they become automatic.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Just a Closer Walk with Thee"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Just a Closer Walk with Thee" 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 "Just a Closer Walk with Thee" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Just a Closer Walk with Thee"?
It was written by Traditional.