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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Slow Burn Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Slow Burn Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Slow Burn Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Slow Burn Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Slow Burn Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Slow Burn Chords – Harmonica
Kacey Musgraves’ reflective song about embracing a patient, unhurried approach to life and love. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Folk Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a light touch and let the chords ring out for the song’s relaxed feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
Verse 2
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
Bridge
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
Outro
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D (×3)
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Practice tip: Practice the G to C and G to D transitions slowly to build muscle memory for this relaxed tempo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Slow Burn"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D, Em and Am.
Is "Slow Burn" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Slow Burn" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Slow Burn"?
It was written by Kacey Musgraves, Shane McAnally, Natalie Hemby, and released in 2018.