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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Leaning on the Everlasting Arms Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Leaning on the Everlasting Arms Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Leaning on the Everlasting Arms Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Leaning on the Everlasting Arms Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Leaning on the Everlasting Arms Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Leaning on the Everlasting Arms Chords – Harmonica
A traditional Christian hymn of comfort and assurance. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Basic Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a simple down-up strum and focus on changing chords cleanly.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
G – D – G
G – C
G – D – G
Chorus
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D – G
Verse 2
G – C
G – D – G
G – C
G – D – G
Chorus
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D – G
Verse 3
G – C
G – D – G
G – C
G – D – G
Chorus
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D – G
Practice tip: Master the G-C-D chord progression in the verses before adding the chorus pattern, which uses the same chords in a different order.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Leaning on the Everlasting Arms"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Leaning on the Everlasting Arms" 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 "Leaning on the Everlasting Arms" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Leaning on the Everlasting Arms"?
It was written by Anthony Showalter, Elisha Hoffman, and released in 1887.