Country, Folk

Yukon Chords

Zach Bryan Beginner Key of G 4 Chords 3 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Yukon Chords – Guitar

Zach Bryan’s reflective song about longing and escape set against the backdrop of the North. 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, while still using these G-based chord shapes.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how it gets so dark so soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

Chorus

C G

And I don’t need you to need me

D Em

I just need you to see

C G D

That I’m a man of many fears

Em C

And I’m done holding them in here

G D

So I’m leavin’ soon

Verse 2

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout my father

G D

And how he never got things right

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout my father

G D

And how I’m scared to win the fight

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout my father

G D

And how I’m scared to win the fight

Chorus

C G

And I don’t need you to need me

D Em

I just need you to see

C G D

That I’m a man of many fears

Em C

And I’m done holding them in here

G D

So I’m leavin’ soon

Bridge

Em C

And I know the road is long

G D

And I know the nights get cold

Em C

And I know the things I’ve done

G D Em

Are gettin’ harder to hold

Verse 3

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how it gets so dark so soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

Chorus

C G

And I don’t need you to need me

D Em

I just need you to see

C G D

That I’m a man of many fears

Em C

And I’m done holding them in here

G D

So I’m leavin’ soon

Practice tip: The verses have a repetitive, hypnotic quality; focus on keeping a steady, even strum to build the song’s atmosphere before hitting the dynamic chorus.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Yukon"?

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

Is "Yukon" 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 "Yukon" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Yukon"?

It was written by Zach Bryan, and released in 2024.

Gtap to play

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Yukon Chords – Ukulele

Zach Bryan’s reflective song about longing and escape set against the backdrop of the North. 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, while still using these G-based chord shapes.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how it gets so dark so soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

Chorus

C G

And I don’t need you to need me

D Em

I just need you to see

C G D

That I’m a man of many fears

Em C

And I’m done holding them in here

G D

So I’m leavin’ soon

Verse 2

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout my father

G D

And how he never got things right

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout my father

G D

And how I’m scared to win the fight

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout my father

G D

And how I’m scared to win the fight

Chorus

C G

And I don’t need you to need me

D Em

I just need you to see

C G D

That I’m a man of many fears

Em C

And I’m done holding them in here

G D

So I’m leavin’ soon

Bridge

Em C

And I know the road is long

G D

And I know the nights get cold

Em C

And I know the things I’ve done

G D Em

Are gettin’ harder to hold

Verse 3

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how it gets so dark so soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

Chorus

C G

And I don’t need you to need me

D Em

I just need you to see

C G D

That I’m a man of many fears

Em C

And I’m done holding them in here

G D

So I’m leavin’ soon

Practice tip: The verses have a repetitive, hypnotic quality; focus on keeping a steady, even strum to build the song’s atmosphere before hitting the dynamic chorus.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Yukon"?

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

Is "Yukon" 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 "Yukon" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Yukon"?

It was written by Zach Bryan, and released in 2024.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Yukon Chords – Piano

Zach Bryan’s reflective song about longing and escape set against the backdrop of the North. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, while still using these G-based chord shapes.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how it gets so dark so soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

Chorus

C G

And I don’t need you to need me

D Em

I just need you to see

C G D

That I’m a man of many fears

Em C

And I’m done holding them in here

G D

So I’m leavin’ soon

Verse 2

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout my father

G D

And how he never got things right

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout my father

G D

And how I’m scared to win the fight

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout my father

G D

And how I’m scared to win the fight

Chorus

C G

And I don’t need you to need me

D Em

I just need you to see

C G D

That I’m a man of many fears

Em C

And I’m done holding them in here

G D

So I’m leavin’ soon

Bridge

Em C

And I know the road is long

G D

And I know the nights get cold

Em C

And I know the things I’ve done

G D Em

Are gettin’ harder to hold

Verse 3

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how it gets so dark so soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

Chorus

C G

And I don’t need you to need me

D Em

I just need you to see

C G D

That I’m a man of many fears

Em C

And I’m done holding them in here

G D

So I’m leavin’ soon

Practice tip: The verses have a repetitive, hypnotic quality; focus on keeping a steady, even strum to build the song’s atmosphere before hitting the dynamic chorus.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Yukon"?

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

Is "Yukon" 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 "Yukon" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Yukon"?

It was written by Zach Bryan, and released in 2024.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Yukon Chords – Banjo

Zach Bryan’s reflective song about longing and escape set against the backdrop of the North. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, while still using these G-based chord shapes.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how it gets so dark so soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

Chorus

C G

And I don’t need you to need me

D Em

I just need you to see

C G D

That I’m a man of many fears

Em C

And I’m done holding them in here

G D

So I’m leavin’ soon

Verse 2

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout my father

G D

And how he never got things right

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout my father

G D

And how I’m scared to win the fight

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout my father

G D

And how I’m scared to win the fight

Chorus

C G

And I don’t need you to need me

D Em

I just need you to see

C G D

That I’m a man of many fears

Em C

And I’m done holding them in here

G D

So I’m leavin’ soon

Bridge

Em C

And I know the road is long

G D

And I know the nights get cold

Em C

And I know the things I’ve done

G D Em

Are gettin’ harder to hold

Verse 3

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how it gets so dark so soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

Chorus

C G

And I don’t need you to need me

D Em

I just need you to see

C G D

That I’m a man of many fears

Em C

And I’m done holding them in here

G D

So I’m leavin’ soon

Practice tip: The verses have a repetitive, hypnotic quality; focus on keeping a steady, even strum to build the song’s atmosphere before hitting the dynamic chorus.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Yukon"?

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

Is "Yukon" 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 "Yukon" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Yukon"?

It was written by Zach Bryan, and released in 2024.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Yukon Chords – Mandolin

Zach Bryan’s reflective song about longing and escape set against the backdrop of the North. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, while still using these G-based chord shapes.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how it gets so dark so soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

Chorus

C G

And I don’t need you to need me

D Em

I just need you to see

C G D

That I’m a man of many fears

Em C

And I’m done holding them in here

G D

So I’m leavin’ soon

Verse 2

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout my father

G D

And how he never got things right

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout my father

G D

And how I’m scared to win the fight

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout my father

G D

And how I’m scared to win the fight

Chorus

C G

And I don’t need you to need me

D Em

I just need you to see

C G D

That I’m a man of many fears

Em C

And I’m done holding them in here

G D

So I’m leavin’ soon

Bridge

Em C

And I know the road is long

G D

And I know the nights get cold

Em C

And I know the things I’ve done

G D Em

Are gettin’ harder to hold

Verse 3

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how it gets so dark so soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

Chorus

C G

And I don’t need you to need me

D Em

I just need you to see

C G D

That I’m a man of many fears

Em C

And I’m done holding them in here

G D

So I’m leavin’ soon

Practice tip: The verses have a repetitive, hypnotic quality; focus on keeping a steady, even strum to build the song’s atmosphere before hitting the dynamic chorus.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Yukon"?

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

Is "Yukon" 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 "Yukon" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Yukon"?

It was written by Zach Bryan, and released in 2024.

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Yukon Chords – Harmonica

Zach Bryan’s reflective song about longing and escape set against the backdrop of the North. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, while still using these G-based chord shapes.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how it gets so dark so soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

Chorus

C G

And I don’t need you to need me

D Em

I just need you to see

C G D

That I’m a man of many fears

Em C

And I’m done holding them in here

G D

So I’m leavin’ soon

Verse 2

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout my father

G D

And how he never got things right

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout my father

G D

And how I’m scared to win the fight

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout my father

G D

And how I’m scared to win the fight

Chorus

C G

And I don’t need you to need me

D Em

I just need you to see

C G D

That I’m a man of many fears

Em C

And I’m done holding them in here

G D

So I’m leavin’ soon

Bridge

Em C

And I know the road is long

G D

And I know the nights get cold

Em C

And I know the things I’ve done

G D Em

Are gettin’ harder to hold

Verse 3

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how it gets so dark so soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

G C

I’ve been thinkin’ ’bout the Yukon

G D

And how I’d like to see it soon

Chorus

C G

And I don’t need you to need me

D Em

I just need you to see

C G D

That I’m a man of many fears

Em C

And I’m done holding them in here

G D

So I’m leavin’ soon

Practice tip: The verses have a repetitive, hypnotic quality; focus on keeping a steady, even strum to build the song’s atmosphere before hitting the dynamic chorus.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Yukon"?

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

Is "Yukon" 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 "Yukon" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Yukon"?

It was written by Zach Bryan, and released in 2024.