Pop · 2014 · beginner

Shake It Off

by Taylor Swift
Key of G beginner 4 chords

Roman Numeral Analysis

IiiIVV
GAmCD
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BPM 100
Key
G
Chords
4
Genre
Pop
Year
2014

Shake It Off Chord Progression Breakdown

Shake It Off (2014) is a beginner pop song that uses the progression I – ii – IV – V (G, Am, C, D in G).

Analysis

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

Tags

pop2010sdance-pop

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What is the chord progression for Shake It Off?

Shake It Off by Taylor Swift uses the chords G, Am, C, D in the key of G.

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

What key is Shake It Off in?

Shake It Off by Taylor Swift is in the key of G.

The primary chords are G, Am, C.

Is Shake It Off beginner-friendly?

Yes! Shake It Off is rated beginner.

It uses 4 chords with simple transitions.

What genre is Shake It Off?

Shake It Off is a pop song from 2014.

Its progression reflects the harmonic conventions of pop music.

Can I transpose Shake It Off 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.