King of Kings Chords
Hillsong Worship · Awake
Beyond the notes
A chart only shows the chords. Here is the easiest way to play King of Kings on guitar, and a place to take it once you know it.
Easiest on guitar
Open chords in G. A capo on fret 7 sounds like the original key of D.
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King of Kings chords in other keys
The same progression moved to whichever key suits your voice. Pick one to transpose the chart and the playback.
- Key of D Original
- DD/F#GABm
- Key of G
- GG/BCDEm
- Key of C
- CC/EFGAm
- Key of A
- AA/C#DEF#m
- Key of E
- EE/G#ABC#m
- Key of F
- FF/ABbCDm
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About King of Kings
King of Kings by Hillsong Worship — D major, 68 BPM, beginner. Built around G, D, A and D/F#. Transpose to any key right on the page. The chart moves through Intro, Verse, TurnAround, Chorus, Tag and Outro, using 5 chords in total — a slow and contemplative worship song, and D major is bright and triumphant.
Chord progressions in this song: I–IV–vi–V (Worship lift), I–IV–V (Three-chord trick)
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote King of Kings?
King of Kings was written by Brooke Ligertwood, performed here by Hillsong Worship. It appears on the album "Awake".
What key is King of Kings in?
King of Kings is in D major.
What are the chords in King of Kings?
The chord chart uses 5 chords: D, D/F#, G, A, Bm.
How fast is King of Kings?
King of Kings is played at 68 BPM (beats per minute) — a slow and contemplative feel.
Is King of Kings easy to play?
King of Kings is built around 4 main chords — 5 in total once you count the passing chords — so it's rated Beginner. Most beginners can learn it in one session.
Can I get a printable PDF of King of Kings?
Yes — click PDF in the toolbar above for a printable, transposable chord chart for King of Kings by Hillsong Worship. Free, no signup needed.
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Hillsong Worship · Awake
[Verse 1]
In the darkness we were waiting
Without hope without light
Till from Heaven You came running
There was mercy in Your eyes
To fulfill the law and prophets
To a virgin came the word
From a throne of endless glory
To a cradle in the dirt
[Chorus]
Praise the Father praise the Son
Praise the Spirit three in one
God of glory majesty
Praise forever to the King of Kings
[Verse 2]
To reveal the Kingdom coming
And to reconcile the lost
To redeem the whole creation
You did not despise the Cross
For even in Your suffering
You saw to the other side
Knowing this was our salvation
Jesus for our sake You died
[Chorus]
Praise the Father praise the Son
Praise the Spirit three in one
God of glory majesty
Praise forever to the King of Kings
[Verse 3]
And the morning that You rose
All of Heaven held its breath
Till that stone was moved for good
For the Lamb had conquered death
And the dead rose from their tombs
And the angels stood in awe
For the souls of all who'd come
To the Father are restored
[Verse 4]
And the church of Christ was born
Then the Spirit lit the flame
Now this gospel truth of old
Shall not kneel shall not faint
By His blood and in His name
In His freedom I am free
For the love of Jesus Christ
Who has resurrected me
[Chorus]
Praise the Father praise the Son
Praise the Spirit three in one
God of glory majesty
Praise forever to the King of Kings
[Tag]
Praise forever to the King of Kings