Alternative · 2011 · beginner

Shake It Out

by Florence + the Machine
Key of C beginner 4 chords

Roman Numeral Analysis

IIVviV
CFAmG
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BPM 100
Key
C
Chords
4
Genre
Alternative
Year
2011

Shake It Out Chord Progression Breakdown

Shake It Out (2011) is a beginner alternative song that uses the progression I – IV – vi – V (C, F, Am, G in C).

Analysis

  • I (C) \u2014 Tonic chord, harmonic home
  • IV (F) \u2014 Tonic chord, harmonic home
  • vi (Am) \u2014 Minor chord, darker emotional quality
  • V (G) \u2014 Major chord, bright and stable

Tags

indie2010sbaroque-pop

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What is the chord progression for Shake It Out?

Shake It Out by Florence + the Machine uses the chords C, F, Am, G in the key of C.

The Roman numeral analysis is I – IV – vi – V.

What key is Shake It Out in?

Shake It Out by Florence + the Machine is in the key of C.

The primary chords are C, F, Am.

Is Shake It Out beginner-friendly?

Yes! Shake It Out is rated beginner.

It uses 4 chords with simple transitions.

What genre is Shake It Out?

Shake It Out is a alternative song from 2011.

Its progression reflects the harmonic conventions of alternative music.

Can I transpose Shake It Out to another key?

Yes! Click the transpose buttons on the detail page to shift all chords up or down by semitone while preserving the same Roman numeral relationships.