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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Sadness as a Gift Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Sadness as a Gift Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Sadness as a Gift Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Sadness as a Gift Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Sadness as a Gift Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Sadness as a Gift Chords – Harmonica
A reflective and poignant song by Zach Bryan about finding value in heartache. 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, while still playing the G chord shapes shown.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
G – C – D
G – C
G – C – D – G
Chorus
C – G – D (×2)
C – G – D – G (×2)
Verse 2
G – C
G – C – D
G – C
G – C – D – G
Chorus
C – G – D (×2)
C – G – D – G (×2)
Bridge
C – G – D – Em
C – G – D – C
C – G – D – Em
C – G – D – C – G
Chorus
C – G – D (×2)
C – G – D – G (×2)
Outro
G – C
G – C – D
G – C
G – C – D – G
Practice tip: The chord progression G, C, D is used throughout; master switching between these three chords cleanly before adding the Em in the bridge.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Sadness as a Gift"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Sadness as a Gift" 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 "Sadness as a Gift" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Sadness as a Gift"?
It was written by Zach Bryan, and released in 2024.