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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · F · C · G · Em
Work Song Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · F · C · G · Em
Work Song Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · F · C · G · Em
Work Song Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · F · C · G · Em
Work Song Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · F · C · G · Em
Work Song Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · F · C · G · Em
Work Song Chords – Harmonica
A soulful and bluesy track by Hozier about devotion that transcends life and death. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Soulful Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret and play the G, C, and D shapes listed to achieve the correct key of A.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G
C – D
G
C – D
G
C – D
G
C – D
Chorus
G
C – D
G
C – D
Verse 2
G
C – D
G
C – D
G
C – D
G
C – D
Chorus
G
C – D
G
C – D
Bridge
G
C – D
G
C – D
Verse 3
G
C – D
G
C – D
G
C – D
G
C – D
Chorus
G
C – D
G
C – D
Outro
G
C – D
G
C – D
G
C – D
G
C – D
Practice tip: Master the G, C, and D chord shapes first, then practice the strum pattern on a single chord before trying to sing and switch chords simultaneously.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Work Song"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: Am, F, C, G and Em.
Is "Work Song" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Work Song" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Work Song"?
It was written by Andrew Hozier-Byrne, and released in 2014.