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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Just in Case Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Just in Case Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Just in Case Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Just in Case Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Just in Case Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Just in Case Chords – Harmonica
A reflective and poignant song by Zach Bryan about love, loss, and holding on to hope. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
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, but play the G, C, D, and Em shapes as written.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G
C
D
Em
G
C
D
Em
Chorus
C – G
D – Em
C – G
D – Em
Verse 2
G
C
D
Em
G
C
D
Em
Chorus
C – G
D – Em
C – G
D – Em
Bridge
G
C
D – Em
G – C
D – Em
Chorus
C – G
D – Em
C – G
D – Em
Outro
G
C
D – Em
G – C
D – Em
Practice tip: The chord progression G, C, D, Em repeats throughout the entire song. Master transitioning between these four chords smoothly before adding the lyrics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Just in Case"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Just in Case" 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 in Case" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Just in Case"?
It was written by Zach Bryan, and released in 2024.