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King of My Heart Chords

John Mark McMillan Beginner Key of G 4 Chords 3 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

G · C · D · Em

King of My Heart Chords – Guitar

A passionate worship song by John Mark McMillan about God’s sovereign love. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Rock (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 chord shapes shown.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the mountain where I run

G

The fountain I drink from

D

Oh, He is my song

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the shadow where I hide

G

The rampart for my life

D

Oh, He is my song

Chorus

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

Verse 2

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the wind inside my sails

G

The anchor in the waves

D

Oh, He is my song

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the fire inside my veins

G

The echo of my days

D

Oh, He is my song

Chorus

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

Bridge

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Chorus

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

Outro

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the mountain where I run

G

The fountain I drink from

D

Oh, He is my song

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the shadow where I hide

G

The rampart for my life

D

Oh, He is my song

Practice tip: The song uses only four chords (G, C, D, Em). Practice switching between G and C smoothly, as this is the most common transition in the verses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "King of My Heart"?

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

Is "King of My Heart" 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 My Heart" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "King of My Heart"?

It was written by John Mark McMillan, Sarah McMillan, and released in 2015.

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

G · C · D · Em

King of My Heart Chords – Ukulele

A passionate worship song by John Mark McMillan about God’s sovereign love. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Rock (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 chord shapes shown.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the mountain where I run

G

The fountain I drink from

D

Oh, He is my song

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the shadow where I hide

G

The rampart for my life

D

Oh, He is my song

Chorus

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

Verse 2

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the wind inside my sails

G

The anchor in the waves

D

Oh, He is my song

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the fire inside my veins

G

The echo of my days

D

Oh, He is my song

Chorus

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

Bridge

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Chorus

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

Outro

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the mountain where I run

G

The fountain I drink from

D

Oh, He is my song

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the shadow where I hide

G

The rampart for my life

D

Oh, He is my song

Practice tip: The song uses only four chords (G, C, D, Em). Practice switching between G and C smoothly, as this is the most common transition in the verses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "King of My Heart"?

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

Is "King of My Heart" 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 My Heart" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "King of My Heart"?

It was written by John Mark McMillan, Sarah McMillan, and released in 2015.

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Ctap to play

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

G · C · D · Em

King of My Heart Chords – Piano

A passionate worship song by John Mark McMillan about God’s sovereign love. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Rock (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 chord shapes shown.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the mountain where I run

G

The fountain I drink from

D

Oh, He is my song

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the shadow where I hide

G

The rampart for my life

D

Oh, He is my song

Chorus

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

Verse 2

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the wind inside my sails

G

The anchor in the waves

D

Oh, He is my song

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the fire inside my veins

G

The echo of my days

D

Oh, He is my song

Chorus

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

Bridge

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Chorus

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

Outro

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the mountain where I run

G

The fountain I drink from

D

Oh, He is my song

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the shadow where I hide

G

The rampart for my life

D

Oh, He is my song

Practice tip: The song uses only four chords (G, C, D, Em). Practice switching between G and C smoothly, as this is the most common transition in the verses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "King of My Heart"?

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

Is "King of My Heart" 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 My Heart" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "King of My Heart"?

It was written by John Mark McMillan, Sarah McMillan, and released in 2015.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

G · C · D · Em

King of My Heart Chords – Banjo

A passionate worship song by John Mark McMillan about God’s sovereign love. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Rock (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 chord shapes shown.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the mountain where I run

G

The fountain I drink from

D

Oh, He is my song

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the shadow where I hide

G

The rampart for my life

D

Oh, He is my song

Chorus

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

Verse 2

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the wind inside my sails

G

The anchor in the waves

D

Oh, He is my song

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the fire inside my veins

G

The echo of my days

D

Oh, He is my song

Chorus

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

Bridge

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Chorus

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

Outro

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the mountain where I run

G

The fountain I drink from

D

Oh, He is my song

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the shadow where I hide

G

The rampart for my life

D

Oh, He is my song

Practice tip: The song uses only four chords (G, C, D, Em). Practice switching between G and C smoothly, as this is the most common transition in the verses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "King of My Heart"?

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

Is "King of My Heart" 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 My Heart" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "King of My Heart"?

It was written by John Mark McMillan, Sarah McMillan, and released in 2015.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

G · C · D · Em

King of My Heart Chords – Mandolin

A passionate worship song by John Mark McMillan about God’s sovereign love. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Rock (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 chord shapes shown.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the mountain where I run

G

The fountain I drink from

D

Oh, He is my song

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the shadow where I hide

G

The rampart for my life

D

Oh, He is my song

Chorus

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

Verse 2

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the wind inside my sails

G

The anchor in the waves

D

Oh, He is my song

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the fire inside my veins

G

The echo of my days

D

Oh, He is my song

Chorus

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

Bridge

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Chorus

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

Outro

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the mountain where I run

G

The fountain I drink from

D

Oh, He is my song

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the shadow where I hide

G

The rampart for my life

D

Oh, He is my song

Practice tip: The song uses only four chords (G, C, D, Em). Practice switching between G and C smoothly, as this is the most common transition in the verses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "King of My Heart"?

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

Is "King of My Heart" 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 My Heart" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "King of My Heart"?

It was written by John Mark McMillan, Sarah McMillan, and released in 2015.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

G · C · D · Em

King of My Heart Chords – Harmonica

A passionate worship song by John Mark McMillan about God’s sovereign love. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Rock (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, while still playing the G chord shapes shown.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the mountain where I run

G

The fountain I drink from

D

Oh, He is my song

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the shadow where I hide

G

The rampart for my life

D

Oh, He is my song

Chorus

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

Verse 2

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the wind inside my sails

G

The anchor in the waves

D

Oh, He is my song

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the fire inside my veins

G

The echo of my days

D

Oh, He is my song

Chorus

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

Bridge

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Em

You’re never gonna let

C G

Never gonna let me down

Chorus

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

G C

You are good, good, oh

G D

You are good, good, oh

Outro

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the mountain where I run

G

The fountain I drink from

D

Oh, He is my song

G

Let the King of my heart

C

Be the shadow where I hide

G

The rampart for my life

D

Oh, He is my song

Practice tip: The song uses only four chords (G, C, D, Em). Practice switching between G and C smoothly, as this is the most common transition in the verses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "King of My Heart"?

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

Is "King of My Heart" 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 My Heart" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "King of My Heart"?

It was written by John Mark McMillan, Sarah McMillan, and released in 2015.