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Each progression is explained using functional chord names (roman numerals) that indicate scale degrees and chord types, with examples provided in common keys so readers can apply the patterns immediately. 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Maybe. Maybe the connection we’re sharing right now – you lovingly reading a thing I lovingly crafted – is enough to count as life-changing.  \nBut either way – here are 21 varied but tried-and-tested chord progressions you can use.  \nFor each progression I’ve given you the chord’s ‘functional’ names – roman numerals that show which degree of the scale the chord’s root is, and also the type of chord it is.  \nIf you’re not sure what that means, don’t worry. I’ve also given you the chords in three common keys – C, G and E for major keys, A, D and E for minor keys – so you can use them right out of the box.  \nHere are four quick, practical reminders, especially if you’re just starting out:  \n• Slash chords – like F/A – mean the first chord is the actual chord, the second note name indicates the bass note.  \n• You can experiment with longer and more advanced progressions when you’re ready, but repeating the same 4-bar progression throughout the verse and different one throughout the chorus – or even the same chord progression for both – is absolutely fine.  \n• The art of choosing a good chord progression is matching that chord progression to the mood or vibe of your song. There’s a real mix of vibes in these chord progressions – especially the last seventeen – so try them out, see what they sound like to you and choose from there.  \n• If you want to be more adventurous, you can always play around with the progressions by changing the chords’ order or replacing some of the chords with others. Lots of what you try might sound weird, and that’s OK. Just keep playing around until you have something you like.  \nEnjoy!  \n1 For more articles, ideas and inspiration visit [thesongfoundry.com](thesongfoundry.com)  \nFOUR Chord Progressions You Might Know About Already  \nFour simple but effective chord progressions you can use in virtually any style of songwriting.  \n1. Those Four Chords – Major Edition  \n\n|  | I | V | vi | IV |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| C major | C | G | Am | F |\n| G major | G | D | Em | C |\n| E major | E | B | C\\# m | A |\n\n2. Those Four Chords – Minor Edition  \n\n|  | i | VI | III | VII |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| A minor | Am | F | C | G |\n| D minor | Dm | Bb | F | C |\n| E minor | Em | C | G | D |\n\n3. Happy Days  \n\n|  | I | vi | IV | V |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| C major | C | Am | F | G |\n| G major | G | Em | C | D |\n| E major | E | C\\# m | A | B |\n\n4. Sweet ’n’ Cheerful  \n\n|  | I | IV | V | IV |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| C major | C | F | G | F |\n| G major | G | C | D | C |\n| E major | E | A | B | A |\n\n2 For more articles, ideas and inspiration visit [thesongfoundry.com](thesongfoundry.com)  \n17 Chord Progressions That Might Just Change Your Life  \nThese progressions are a bit more adventurous and a bit more niche, but they’ll all work in tons of different styles and situations.  \n5. Just Floatin’ Around \\#1  \n\n|  | IV | V | vi | iii |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| C major | F | G | Am | Em |\n| G major | C | D | Em | Bm |\n| E major | A | B | C\\# m | G\\# m |\n\n6. Poptastic  \n\n|  | I | IV | bVII | IV |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| C major | C | F | Bb | F |\n| G major | G | C | F | C |\n| E major | E | A | D | A |\n\n7. Mr Peppy  \n\n|  | I | IV | ii | V |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| C major | C | F | Dm | G |\n| G major | G | C | Am | D |\n| E major | E | A | F\\# m | B |\n\nBonus tip: Adding a seventh to the ii chord is a nice touch.  \n8. Just Floatin’ Around \\#2  \n\n|  | Ib | IV | V | vi |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| C major | C/E | F | G | Am |\n| G major | G/B | C | D | Em |\n| E major | E/G\\# | A | B | C\\# m |\n\nBonus tip: You can substitute chord iii (Em in C major) for chord Ib.  \n3 For more articles, ideas and inspiration visit [th","cbCair48b06ZiKKA","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCair48b06ZiKKA","pdf",156583,6,"English","# Overview\n## Functional chord names and keys\n## Four quick reminders\n# Featured progressions\n## Those Four Chords - Major Edition\n## Those Four Chords - Minor Edition\n## Happy Days\n## Sweet ’n’ Cheerful\n## Just Floatin’ Around #1\n## Poptastic\n## Mr Peppy\n## Just Floatin’ Around #2\n## Those Four Chords (with a Kick)\n## The Power Trip\n## Sittin’ Pretty\n## The Andalusian\n## The Epic Adventure\n## Todally Modal\n## Funky AF* (and Fresh)\n## The Smooth Mover #1\n## Big-Ass Ballad","[{\"question\":\"What do the roman numerals in these chord progressions represent?\",\"answer\":\"They are functional chord names that show which degree of the scale the chord’s root belongs to, and they also indicate the chord type.\"},{\"question\":\"Which keys are used to make the progressions usable right away?\",\"answer\":\"Major-key examples are given in C, G, and E, and minor-key examples in A, D, and E.\"},{\"question\":\"How can a songwriter adapt these progressions creatively?\",\"answer\":\"By changing chord order, replacing some chords with others, or experimenting with variations like adding a seventh to specific chords (for example, the ii chord or the III chord in the listed tips).\"}]","17 Chord Progressions That Might Just Change Your Life - read online free | PDF",1791837717]