The Chair Chords

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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em

The Chair Chords – Guitar

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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em

The Chair Chords – Ukulele

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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em

The Chair Chords – Piano

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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em

The Chair Chords – Banjo

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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em

The Chair Chords – Mandolin

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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em

The Chair Chords – Harmonica

George Strait’s classic country song about a clever pickup line in a bar. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Chords used: G, C, D, Em  ·  Key: G  ·  Difficulty: Beginner

Country Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Keep a relaxed, steady tempo to match the conversational feel of the song.

Chords & Structure

Full Song

Verse 1

 
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
 

Chorus

 
G – C – G
D
G – C – G
D – G
 

Verse 2

 
G – C
G – D
G – C – G
D
 

Chorus

 
G – C – G
D
G – C – G
D – G
 

Bridge

 
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
 

Verse 3

 
G – C
G – D
G – C – G – D
 

Chorus

 
G – C – G
D
G – C – G
D – G
 

Practice tip: Focus on the quick change from G to D in the chorus, and use the strum pattern to emphasize the story-telling rhythm of the lyrics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "The Chair"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "The Chair" 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 "The Chair" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "The Chair"?

It was written by Hank Cochran, Dean Dillon, and released in 1985.