Minor Key · 3 Genres

i–VII–VI–V

3 Songs

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The i–VII–VI–V chord progression appears in 3 songs across 3 genres.

Songs using this progression are found in keys of Dm, Am, F#m.

All 3 Songs with the i–VII–VI–V Progression

Sing

Ed Sheeran

intermediate
Dm – C – Bb – A
Key: Dm 2014

Dani California

Red Hot Chili Peppers

intermediate
Am – G – F – E
Key: Am 2006

Billie Jean

Michael Jackson

intermediate
F#m – E – D – C#
Key: F#m 1983

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What songs use the i–VII–VI–V progression?

Over 3 songs use the i–VII–VI–V progression, including "Sing", "Dani California", "Billie Jean" and many more across 3 genres.

What does i–VII–VI–V mean?

Uppercase = major chords, lowercase = minor chords.

The numerals represent scale degrees.

Is this progression good for beginners?

The progression uses 4 unique chords.

What genres use this progression?

It appears across Pop, Rock, R&B and more.