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# – B) reverses the classic rock formula, creating a floating, anthemic feel with its plagal ending. With seventh chords (F#Maj7 – C#7 – BMaj7), it becomes smoother and more emotive.

Pop / RockAnthemic4/4 · 4 bars

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

Chords (7th): F#Maj7, C#7, BMaj7.

Famous songs using this progression

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