B Rock Ballad

I – V – IV progression in B major

B major
Chords
Triads7th Chords
Instrument
GuitarUkuleleBass
Harmony
Originalii–V–ISec. Dom.
IB
VF#
IVE

Triad Diagrams — B Rock Ballad (Guitar)

B Rock BalladI – V – IV

The B I–V–IV progression (B – F# – E) reverses the classic rock formula, creating a floating, anthemic feel with its plagal ending. With seventh chords (BMaj7 – F#7 – EMaj7), it becomes smoother and more emotive.

Pop / RockAnthemic4/4 · 4 bars

Chords (triads): B, F#, E.

Chords (7th): BMaj7, F#7, EMaj7.

Famous songs using this progression

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