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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Yukon Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Yukon Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Yukon Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Yukon Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Yukon Chords – Mandolin
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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)
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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.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
C – G
D – Em
C – G – D
Em – C
G – D
Verse 2
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
C – G
D – Em
C – G – D
Em – C
G – D
Bridge
Em – C
G – D
Em – C
G – D – Em
Verse 3
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
C – G
D – Em
C – G – D
Em – C
G – D
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.