F Pop Progression

I – V – vi – IV progression in F major

F major
Chords
Triads7th Chords
Instrument
GuitarUkuleleBass
Harmony
Originalii–V–ISec. Dom.
IF
VC
viDm
IVB♭

Triad Diagrams — F Pop Progression (Guitar)

F Pop ProgressionI – V – vi – IV

The F I–V–vi–IV progression (F – C – Dm – Bb) is the most widely used chord sequence in modern pop music. On guitar, these chords create a perfect balance of brightness and emotional depth. With seventh chords (FMaj7 – C7 – Dm7 – BbMaj7), it gains a richer, more sophisticated texture.

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Chords (triads): F, C, Dm, Bb.

Chords (7th): FMaj7, C7, Dm7, BbMaj7.

Famous songs using this progression

  • Let It Be – The Beatles
  • No Woman No Cry – Bob Marley
  • Someone Like You – Adele
  • With or Without You – U2