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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Sinking Deep Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Sinking Deep Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Sinking Deep Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Sinking Deep Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Sinking Deep Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Sinking Deep Chords – Harmonica
A passionate worship song about being overwhelmed by God’s presence by Hillsong Young and Free. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Basic 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 – D
Chorus
C – G – D – Em
C – G – D
C – G
D – Em
C – G
D
Verse 2
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
C – G – D – Em
C – G – D
C – G
D – Em
C – G
D
Bridge
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
C – G – D – Em
C – G – D
C – G
D – Em
C – G
D
Practice tip: Master the G, C, D, and Em chord changes slowly before adding the strum pattern, as the song’s feel relies on smooth transitions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Sinking Deep"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Sinking Deep" 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 "Sinking Deep" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Sinking Deep"?
It was written by Aodhan King, Joel Davies, and released in 2014.