Pop · 1975 · beginner

Mamma Mia

by ABBA
Key of G beginner 4 chords

Roman Numeral Analysis

IVviIV
GDEmC
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BPM 100
Key
G
Chords
4
Genre
Pop
Year
1975

Mamma Mia Chord Progression Breakdown

Mamma Mia (1975) is a beginner pop song that uses the progression I – V – vi – IV (G, D, Em, C in G).

Analysis

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

Tags

pop1970sdisco

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What is the chord progression for Mamma Mia?

Mamma Mia by ABBA uses the chords G, D, Em, C in the key of G.

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

What key is Mamma Mia in?

Mamma Mia by ABBA is in the key of G.

The primary chords are G, D, Em.

Is Mamma Mia beginner-friendly?

Yes! Mamma Mia is rated beginner.

It uses 4 chords with simple transitions.

What genre is Mamma Mia?

Mamma Mia is a pop song from 1975.

Its progression reflects the harmonic conventions of pop music.

Can I transpose Mamma Mia 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.