F Rock Ballad

I – V – IV progression in F major

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

Triad Diagrams — F Rock Ballad (Guitar)

F Rock BalladI – V – IV

The F I–V–IV progression (F – C – Bb) reverses the classic rock formula, creating a floating, anthemic feel with its plagal ending. With seventh chords (FMaj7 – C7 – BbMaj7), it becomes smoother and more emotive.

Pop / RockAnthemic4/4 · 4 bars

Chords (triads): F, C, Bb.

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

Famous songs using this progression

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