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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Pretend Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Pretend Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Pretend Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Pretend Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Pretend Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Pretend Chords – Harmonica
A heartfelt song about longing and memory by Zach Bryan. 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 chord shapes shown.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
G – D
G – C – G
Em – D
Chorus
G – C
G – D
G – C – G
Em – D
Verse 2
G – C – G
Em – D
G – C – G
Em – D
Chorus
G – C
G – D
G – C – G
Em – D
Bridge
Em – C
G – D
Em – C
G – D
Verse 3
G – C – G
Em – D
G – C – G
Em – D
Chorus
G – C
G – D
G – C – G
Em – D
Outro
G – C – G
Em – D
G – C – G
Em – D
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Practice tip: The song uses only four chords (G, C, D, Em). Practice switching between G and C smoothly, as this is the most common transition in the song.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Pretend"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Pretend" 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 "Pretend" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Pretend"?
It was written by Zach Bryan, and released in 2024.