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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Pushing It Down and Praying Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Pushing It Down and Praying Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Pushing It Down and Praying Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Pushing It Down and Praying Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Pushing It Down and Praying Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Pushing It Down and Praying Chords – Harmonica
Zach Bryan’s raw and honest songwriting shines in “Pushing It Down and Praying.” This country folk track captures the feeling of suppressing pain with beautiful simplicity.
Country Folk (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Channel Zach Bryan’s raw energy. Don’t worry about being too polished; authenticity matters more here. A steady, driving strum pattern works best.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
D – Em
G – C
D – G
Chorus
Em – C
G – D
Em – C
G – D – G
Verse 2
G – C
D – Em
G – C
D – G
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Pushing It Down and Praying"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Pushing It Down and Praying" 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 "Pushing It Down and Praying" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Pushing It Down and Praying"?
It was written by Zach Bryan, and released in 2023.