A# Rock Ballad

I – V – IV progression in A# major

A♯ major
Chords
Triads7th Chords
Instrument
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Harmony
Originalii–V–ISec. Dom.
IA#
VF
IVD#

Triad Diagrams — A# Rock Ballad (Guitar)

A# Rock BalladI – V – IV

The A# I–V–IV progression (A# – F – D#) reverses the classic rock formula, creating a floating, anthemic feel with its plagal ending. With seventh chords (A#Maj7 – F7 – D#Maj7), it becomes smoother and more emotive.

Pop / RockAnthemic4/4 · 4 bars

Chords (triads): A#, F, D#.

Chords (7th): A#Maj7, F7, D#Maj7.

Famous songs using this progression

  • Sweet Home Alabama – Lynyrd Skynyrd
  • Stir It Up – Bob Marley