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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
New Thing Coming Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
New Thing Coming Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
New Thing Coming Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
New Thing Coming Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
New Thing Coming Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
New Thing Coming Chords – Harmonica
A reflective and hopeful song by Zach Bryan about embracing change and new beginnings. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Folk 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, C, D, and Em shapes as written.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Em – C
G – D
Em – C
G – D
Chorus
G
C
G
D
G
C
G
D – G
Verse 2
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Em – C
G – D
Em – C
G – D
Chorus
G
C
G
D
G
C
G
D – G
Bridge
Em – C
G – D
Em – C
G – D
Chorus
G
C
G
D
G
C
G
D – G
Outro
G – C
G – D – G
Practice tip: Strum lightly on the verses to create a storytelling feel, and strum with more conviction on the choruses to emphasize the hopeful message.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "New Thing Coming"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "New Thing Coming" 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 "New Thing Coming" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "New Thing Coming"?
It was written by Zach Bryan, and released in 2024.