vi–V–IV–V in B♭ Major
Pattern: vi – V – IV – V
Chords: Gm – F – E♭ – F
Chord Breakdown
| Numeral | Chord | Type | Function |
|---|---|---|---|
| vi | Gm (details) | minor | Submediant |
| V | F (details) | major | Dominant |
| IV | E♭ (details) | major | Subdominant |
| V | F (details) | major | Dominant |
Harmonic Analysis
This progression moves through Gm (Submediant) → F (Dominant) → E♭ (Subdominant) → F (Dominant).
Starting on the relative minor, this progression descends through V and IV before lifting back to V. The minor opening gives it an introspective quality while the ending dominant drives it forward.
Song Examples
- Numb — Linkin Park
- Boulevard of Broken Dreams — Green Day