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
Am – F – C – G
Popular in emotional and minor-key songs. Starting on the vi chord gives it a moody, introspective feel.
I–IV–vi–V
Country Progression
G – C – Em – D
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.