Minor Plagal Cadence
IVminor
Imaj7
Jazz
Bossa Nova
Soul
About this progression
A minor IV chord resolving to the major tonic — the "plagal" or "Amen" cadence with a jazz twist. Creates a melancholic, soulful feel. Common in bossa nova.
Example from the library
As it appears in Maria Ninguem
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