Country, Folk

Oneida Chords

Zach Bryan Beginner Key of G 4 Chords 2 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Oneida Chords – Guitar

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Oneida Chords – Ukulele

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Oneida Chords – Piano

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Oneida Chords – Banjo

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Oneida Chords – Mandolin

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Oneida Chords – Harmonica

A reflective and nostalgic song by Zach Bryan about memories of a place and a person. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Chords used: G, C, D, Em · Key: G · Difficulty: Beginner

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, while still using these G-position shapes.

Chords & Structure

Full Song

Verse 1

G – C – G

D – C – G

G – C – G

D – C – G

Chorus

C – G

D – G

C – G

D – G – C

G – D

C – G

D – G

C – G

Verse 2

G – C – G

D – C – G

G – C – G

D – C – G

Chorus

C – G

D – G

C – G

D – G – C

G – D

C – G

D – G

C – G

Bridge

C – G – D (×4)

Verse 3

G – C – G

D – C – G

G – C – G

D – C – G

Chorus

C – G

D – G

C – G

D – G – C

G – D

C – G

D – G

C – G

Outro

G – C – G

D – C – G

G – C – G

D – C – G

Practice tip: The song uses only four chords (G, C, D, and a brief Am). Practice the G to D transition, as it’s the most common change in the chorus.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Oneida"?

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

Is "Oneida" 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 "Oneida" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Oneida"?

It was written by Zach Bryan, and released in 2024.