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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Man of Sorrows Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Man of Sorrows Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Man of Sorrows Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Man of Sorrows Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Man of Sorrows Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Man of Sorrows Chords – Harmonica
A powerful worship anthem by Hillsong Worship about the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Worship 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
D
G – C
D
Chorus
Em – C
G – D – Em
Em – C – G – D – Em
Verse 2
G – C – D (×2)
Chorus
Em – C
G – D – Em
Em – C – G – D – Em
Bridge
C – D
Em – C
G – D
C – D
Chorus
Em – C
G – D – Em
Em – C – G – D – Em
Outro
G – C
D
G
C
D
G
Practice tip: The chord progression G, C, D, and Em is used throughout; practice switching between these four chords smoothly before adding the lyrics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Man of Sorrows"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Man of Sorrows" 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 "Man of Sorrows" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Man of Sorrows"?
It was written by Brooke Ligertwood, Matt Crocker, and released in 2012.