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Key
Am
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
Am · Dm · G · C · E
Mary Did You Know Chords – Guitar
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Key
Am
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · Dm · G · C · E
Mary Did You Know Chords – Ukulele
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Key
Am
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · Dm · G · C · E
Mary Did You Know Chords – Piano
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Key
Am
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · Dm · G · C · E
Mary Did You Know Chords – Banjo
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Key
Am
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · Dm · G · C · E
Mary Did You Know Chords – Mandolin
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Key
Am
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · Dm · G · C · E
Mary Did You Know Chords – Harmonica
A powerful Christmas song that poses profound questions to Mary about the child she would raise. The minor key creates a sense of mystery and wonder.
Contemplative (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Let the questions in the lyrics drive the dynamics. Each verse asks deeper questions, so build intensity gradually. The Dm to Am movement is the emotional core of the song.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
Am – G
C – E
Am – G
C – E
Chorus
Dm – Am
G – C
Dm – Am
E – Am
Verse 2
Am – G
C – E
Am – G
C – E
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Mary Did You Know"?
You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: Am, Dm, G, C and E.
Is "Mary Did You Know" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of Am, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Mary Did You Know" in?
It is in the key of Am.
Who wrote "Mary Did You Know"?
It was written by Mark Lowry, Buddy Greene, and released in 1991.