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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
The Truth Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
The Truth Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
The Truth Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
The Truth Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
The Truth Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
The Truth Chords – Harmonica
A heartfelt song by Zach Bryan about confronting painful realities and the struggle for honesty. 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, but play the G, C, D, and Em shapes as written.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C – G – D – Em
C – G – D – Em – C
G – C – G – D – Em
C – G – D – Em – C
Chorus
G – C – G – D
Em – C – G – D – Em
G – C – G – D
Em – C – G – D – Em
Verse 2
G – C – G – D – Em
C – G – D – Em – C
G – C – G – D – Em
C – G – D – Em – C
Chorus
G – C – G – D
Em – C – G – D – Em
G – C – G – D
Em – C – G – D – Em
Bridge
C – G – D – Em (×3)
C – G – D – Em – C
Chorus
G – C – G – D
Em – C – G – D – Em
G – C – G – D
Em – C – G – D – Em
Outro
G – C – G – D – Em
C – G – D – Em – C
G – C – G – D – Em
C – G – D – Em – C
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Practice tip: Focus on the steady, even rhythm and let the lyrics carry the emotion; the chord changes are simple, so concentrate on singing clearly over them.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "The Truth"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "The Truth" 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 Truth" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "The Truth"?
It was written by Zach Bryan, and released in 2024.