Blues · 1961 · intermediate

I’m Tore Down

by Freddie King
Key of E intermediate 3 chords

Roman Numeral Analysis

IIVV
EAB
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BPM 100
Key
E
Chords
3
Genre
Blues
Year
1961

I’m Tore Down Chord Progression Breakdown

I’m Tore Down (1961) is a intermediate blues song that uses the progression I – IV – V (E, A, B in E).

Analysis

  • I (E) \u2014 Tonic chord, harmonic home
  • IV (A) \u2014 Tonic chord, harmonic home
  • V (B) \u2014 Major chord, bright and stable

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What is the chord progression for I’m Tore Down?

I’m Tore Down by Freddie King uses the chords E, A, B in the key of E.

The Roman numeral analysis is I – IV – V.

What key is I’m Tore Down in?

I’m Tore Down by Freddie King is in the key of E.

The primary chords are E, A, B.

Is I’m Tore Down beginner-friendly?

I’m Tore Down is rated intermediate.

Some barre chords or faster changes may be involved.

What genre is I’m Tore Down?

I’m Tore Down is a blues song from 1961.

Its progression reflects the harmonic conventions of blues music.

Can I transpose I’m Tore Down 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.