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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
King of Glory Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
King of Glory Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
King of Glory Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
King of Glory Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
King of Glory Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
King of Glory Chords – Harmonica
Third Day’s powerful worship anthem declaring the majesty and sacrifice of Christ. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Driving 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 chord shapes shown.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C – G – D (×4)
Chorus
G – C – G – D
G – C – G
G – C – G – D (×4)
Verse 2
G – C – G – D (×4)
Chorus
G – C – G – D
G – C – G
G – C – G – D (×4)
Bridge
Em – C (×3)
G – D
Chorus
G – C – G – D
G – C – G
G – C – G – D (×4)
Outro
G – C – G – D (×4)
Practice tip: The chord progression G, C, D is used throughout; master switching between these three chords cleanly before adding the Em in the bridge.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "King of Glory"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "King of Glory" 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 "King of Glory" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "King of Glory"?
It was written by Mac Powell, David Carr, Brad Avery, Mark Lee, Tai Anderson, and released in 2000.