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[Composition] A roundup of famous songs that use classic chord progressions [by ear]

There are many approaches to composing, but I’d bet a lot of people start with chord progressions.

There are several “good to have in your toolbox” chord progression patterns.

Have you ever listened to J-pop and thought, “This vibe sounds like that other song…”?

It might be because they share the same chord progression pattern.

In this article, we’ll introduce famous songs that use classic chord progressions.

If you’re thinking, “I want to try making a song,” this might give you some helpful hints!

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[Composition] A roundup of famous songs that use classic chord progressions [by ear]
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1cherrysupittsu
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The Beatles’ classic song “Let It Be”...
2PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism
PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dismplay_arrow
One of the most famous chord progressions is the ca…
3Racing into the NightYOASOBI
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YOA, a smash hit number from 2019…
4Clear skies for youYorushika
Clear skies for youYorushikaplay_arrow
Yorushika’s “Ta…” released in 2018
5I want to tell you how I feel (my love)aimyon
I want to tell you how I feel (my love)aimyonplay_arrow
Aimyong’s funky track “Love…”
6flameLiSA
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The anime film Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train…
7flying getAKB48
flying getAKB48play_arrow
He made his mark on an era as a keyboardist and composer...
8Cowardly Mont BlancDECO*27
Cowardly Mont BlancDECO*27play_arrow
Vocaloid producer DECO*27 is going to have GUMI...
9TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu
TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzuplay_arrow
The Southern All Stars’ “T…” that we’re introducing
10Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi
Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumiplay_arrow
In the key of C major, the progression leading to 'Am' that is most...
11JOYYU-KI
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YUKI’s 2005 smash hit “J…”
12Messenger from SundayTHE HIGH-LOW
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Speaking of important chords in a major key...