Pop / Rock

I–vi–IV–V (50s Progression)

I VIminor IV V
Pop Rock Doo-wop

About this progression

Closely related to doo-wop and 1950s rock 'n' roll. The vi chord adds emotional depth between the tonic and subdominant. Used in countless ballads.

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