Zach Bryan - Pink Skies

How to play Zach Bryan - Pink Skies by Zach Bryan on guitar

This song is a great beginner pick because it moves at a steady pace and has a calm, heartfelt feel. You can focus on clean changes and a relaxed groove instead of speed, which makes it rewarding to learn early on.

Most of the chart uses open shapes, so your hands can stay comfortable while you get the progression under control. The main thing to watch is the move from G to F and then into C, since that shift can feel a little awkward at first. Keep your fingers close to the strings and aim for smooth transitions.

Start by looping G - F - C - Am slowly until each change feels even. Then practice the same four chords with a steady count, making sure every shape rings clearly before you speed up. Once that feels easy, bring it closer to the song tempo and repeat until it feels natural.

Use the play-along above to follow each chord change in time with the music, or learn the shapes first with the chord diagrams below.