Lady May Chords

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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em

Lady May Chords – Guitar

A gorgeous country ballad about love and devotion from Tyler Childers’ landmark album Purgatory.

Country Ballad (3/4 Waltz Time)
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Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
G C G D G
Oh, Lady May, I’m in love with the shape of your name
G C G D G
The way it starts is just like a song I wanna replay
Em C G D
I know it ain’t wise, but it’s the look in your eyes
G
That tells me I know you
 


How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide


1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of G: G C D Em. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: Loop the two hardest chord changes slowly before adding any strumming — clean, in-time changes matter more than speed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Lady May"?

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

Is "Lady May" 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 "Lady May" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Lady May"?

It was written by Tyler Childers, and released in 2017.

Gtap to play
Ctap to play
Dtap to play
Emtap to play
Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em

Lady May Chords – Ukulele

A gorgeous country ballad about love and devotion from Tyler Childers’ landmark album Purgatory.

Country Ballad (3/4 Waltz Time)
123456
Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
G C G D G
Oh, Lady May, I’m in love with the shape of your name
G C G D G
The way it starts is just like a song I wanna replay
Em C G D
I know it ain’t wise, but it’s the look in your eyes
G
That tells me I know you
 


How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide


1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of G: G C D Em. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: Loop the two hardest chord changes slowly before adding any strumming — clean, in-time changes matter more than speed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Lady May"?

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

Is "Lady May" 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 "Lady May" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Lady May"?

It was written by Tyler Childers, and released in 2017.

Gtap to play
Ctap to play
Dtap to play
Emtap to play
Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em

Lady May Chords – Piano

A gorgeous country ballad about love and devotion from Tyler Childers’ landmark album Purgatory.

Country Ballad (3/4 Waltz Time)
123456
Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
G C G D G
Oh, Lady May, I’m in love with the shape of your name
G C G D G
The way it starts is just like a song I wanna replay
Em C G D
I know it ain’t wise, but it’s the look in your eyes
G
That tells me I know you
 


How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide


1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of G: G C D Em. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: Loop the two hardest chord changes slowly before adding any strumming — clean, in-time changes matter more than speed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Lady May"?

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

Is "Lady May" 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 "Lady May" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Lady May"?

It was written by Tyler Childers, and released in 2017.

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

Lady May Chords – Banjo

A gorgeous country ballad about love and devotion from Tyler Childers’ landmark album Purgatory.

Country Ballad (3/4 Waltz Time)
123456
Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
G C G D G
Oh, Lady May, I’m in love with the shape of your name
G C G D G
The way it starts is just like a song I wanna replay
Em C G D
I know it ain’t wise, but it’s the look in your eyes
G
That tells me I know you
 


How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide


1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of G: G C D Em. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: Loop the two hardest chord changes slowly before adding any strumming — clean, in-time changes matter more than speed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Lady May"?

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

Is "Lady May" 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 "Lady May" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Lady May"?

It was written by Tyler Childers, and released in 2017.

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

Lady May Chords – Mandolin

A gorgeous country ballad about love and devotion from Tyler Childers’ landmark album Purgatory.

Country Ballad (3/4 Waltz Time)
123456
Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
G C G D G
Oh, Lady May, I’m in love with the shape of your name
G C G D G
The way it starts is just like a song I wanna replay
Em C G D
I know it ain’t wise, but it’s the look in your eyes
G
That tells me I know you
 


How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide


1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of G: G C D Em. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: Loop the two hardest chord changes slowly before adding any strumming — clean, in-time changes matter more than speed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Lady May"?

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

Is "Lady May" 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 "Lady May" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Lady May"?

It was written by Tyler Childers, and released in 2017.

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

Lady May Chords – Harmonica

A gorgeous country ballad about love and devotion from Tyler Childers’ landmark album Purgatory.

Country Ballad (3/4 Waltz Time)
123456
Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
G C G D G
Oh, Lady May, I’m in love with the shape of your name
G C G D G
The way it starts is just like a song I wanna replay
Em C G D
I know it ain’t wise, but it’s the look in your eyes
G
That tells me I know you
 


How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide


1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of G: G C D Em. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: Loop the two hardest chord changes slowly before adding any strumming — clean, in-time changes matter more than speed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Lady May"?

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

Is "Lady May" 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 "Lady May" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Lady May"?

It was written by Tyler Childers, and released in 2017.