Songs You Can Play with G, Em, C, D
Popular guitar songs built on the G–Em–C–D progression, a common shape that's great for jamming and practice.
The G–Em–C–D progression uses just 4 chords (G, Em, C, and D) and powers 1,084 of the most-played songs on ChordLines. It's one of the most common progressions in pop, rock and worship, so learning it unlocks a huge amount of music at once. The songs below all use these chords; try The Chair and Sailing Ships to hear it in action.
- 1081 G 747
- 1082 Am 747
- 1083 D 747
- 1084 C 747
Frequently asked questions
What songs use the G–Em–C–D progression?
Popular examples include The Chair, Sailing Ships, and Run To The Hills, along with everything else in the list above.
Is the G–Em–C–D progression easy to play?
Yes, it's built entirely from beginner-friendly open chords, which makes it a great first progression to master.
Can I play these songs in a different key?
Yes. Open any song and use the transpose buttons to shift it up or down. The chords and diagrams update automatically, so you can match your voice or a capo.