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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Ordinary Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Ordinary Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Ordinary Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Ordinary Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Ordinary Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Ordinary Chords – Harmonica
A reflective song by Zach Bryan about finding contentment in a simple life. 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 – D (×4)
Chorus
G – C – D (×2)
G – C – D – Em
G – C – D
Verse 2
G – C – D (×4)
Chorus
G – C – D (×2)
G – C – D – Em
G – C – D
Bridge
C – G – D – Em – C
G – D – Em – C – D
C – G – D – Em – C
G – D – Em – C – D
Verse 3
G – C – D (×2)
G – C – D – G – C
D – G – C – D
Chorus
G – C – D (×2)
G – C – D – Em
G – C – D
Outro
G – C – D (×2)
G – C – D – Em
G – C – D
Practice tip: The chord progression G, C, D repeats often. Practice switching between these three chords smoothly before adding the Em, which only appears in the chorus lines.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Ordinary"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Ordinary" 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 "Ordinary" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Ordinary"?
It was written by Zach Bryan, and released in 2024.