Blues · 1955 · beginner

Mannish Boy

by Muddy Waters
Key of E beginner 3 chords

Roman Numeral Analysis

IIVV
EAB
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BPM 100
Key
E
Chords
3
Genre
Blues
Year
1955

Mannish Boy Chord Progression Breakdown

Mannish Boy (1955) is a beginner 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 Mannish Boy?

Mannish Boy by Muddy Waters uses the chords E, A, B in the key of E.

The Roman numeral analysis is I – IV – V.

What key is Mannish Boy in?

Mannish Boy by Muddy Waters is in the key of E.

The primary chords are E, A, B.

Is Mannish Boy beginner-friendly?

Yes! Mannish Boy is rated beginner.

It uses 3 chords with simple transitions.

What genre is Mannish Boy?

Mannish Boy is a blues song from 1955.

Its progression reflects the harmonic conventions of blues music.

Can I transpose Mannish Boy 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.