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I–V–vi–IV Chord Progression Songs

Key of G 4 Chords 120 BPM
G → D → Em → C
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Strum Pattern

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Play in Other Keys

Key of G G – D – Em – C
Key of C C – G – Am – F
Key of D D – A – Bm – G
Key of A A – E – F#m – D
Key of E E – B – C#m – A
Key of F F – C – Dm – Bb

About the I–V–vi–IV Progression

The I–V–vi–IV progression is arguably the most popular chord progression in Western popular music. It creates a satisfying emotional arc — starting with a strong, resolved feeling on the I chord, building energy on the V, introducing a touch of melancholy on the vi (minor), and resolving with warmth on the IV. This versatile sequence works at any tempo and fits virtually any lyrical mood, which is why songwriters keep coming back to it decade after decade. You'll hear it in everything from 80s power ballads to modern indie pop.

Songs Using the I–V–vi–IV Progression