Chord Progression Songs

Find songs with the same chord progression and discover how many hits share the same chords. A chord progression is a sequence of chords that forms the harmonic foundation of a song — and songs with the same chord progression are everywhere. From the famous I-V-vi-IV (1 5 6 4) chord progression songs to classic blues patterns, explore each progression below to hear how it sounds and find matching songs.

Browse Chord Progressions

I–V–vi–IV

Pop Progression

G – D – Em – C

The most common chord progression in modern pop music. Used in hundreds of hit songs from the 1950s to today.

I–IV–V

Blues / Rock Progression

G – C – D

The classic three-chord progression that powers rock, blues, country, and folk music.

I–vi–IV–V

50s Progression

C – Am – F – G

The doo-wop and classic rock staple that defined the sound of the 1950s and early 60s.

vi–IV–I–V

Sensitive Progression

Common in country and folk music. The IV-to-vi movement gives it a storytelling quality.

I–V–vi–iii–IV

Canon Progression

C – G – Am – Em – F

Based on Pachelbel's Canon in D. A longer, flowing progression used in pop, rock, and wedding music.

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