D# Mario Cadence
bVI – bVII – I progression in D# major
D# Mario Cadence — bVI – bVII – I
The D# bVI–bVII–I Mario Cadence (B – C# – D#) borrows from the parallel minor to create an ascending, triumphant resolution. With seventh chords (BMaj7 – C#7 – D#Maj7), it adds cinematic weight to the iconic victory sound.