D# Rock Ballad

I – V – IV progression in D# major

D♯ major
Chords
Triads7th Chords
Instrument
GuitarUkuleleBass
Harmony
Originalii–V–ISec. Dom.
ID#
VA#
IVG#

Triad Diagrams — D# Rock Ballad (Guitar)

D# Rock BalladI – V – IV

The D# I–V–IV progression (D# – A# – G#) reverses the classic rock formula, creating a floating, anthemic feel with its plagal ending. With seventh chords (D#Maj7 – A#7 – G#Maj7), it becomes smoother and more emotive.

Pop / RockAnthemic4/4 · 4 bars

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

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

Famous songs using this progression

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