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