I–IV–V–I–V in F Major

Pattern: I – IV – V – I – V Chords: F – B♭ – C – F – C

Chord Breakdown

Numeral	Chord	Type	Function
I	F (details)	major	Tonic
IV	B♭ (details)	major	Subdominant
V	C (details)	major	Dominant
I	F (details)	major	Tonic
V	C (details)	major	Dominant

Harmonic Analysis

This progression moves through F (Tonic) → B♭ (Subdominant) → C (Dominant) → F (Tonic) → C (Dominant).

The I–IV–V–I–V progression resolves to the tonic midway through but reopens on the dominant, creating a turnaround that demands continuation. This open-ended structure is perfect for verse endings that push into the next section. It is a staple of country and folk songwriting.

Song Examples

Ring of Fire — Johnny Cash
Jolene — Dolly Parton

Chord Details

F B♭ C

More Progressions in F Major

I–IV–V–I I–V–vi–IV I–vi–IV–V ii–V–I I–IV–V I–♭VII–IV vi–IV–I–V I–V–vi–iii–IV–I–IV–V I–IV I–V IV–V IV–I