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

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