About Chord Progression Generator
Every songwriter eventually faces "Writer's Block". You have a melody, but can't find the chords to support it. Or you want to write a song but don't know where to start. The Chord Progression Generator is your creative spark, providing time-tested musical formulas that have powered millions of hit songs across history.
The Theory of Roman Numerals
Musicians use Roman Numerals (I, ii, iii, IV, V, vi, vii°) to describe chords relative to a key. This allows a progression to be transposed instantly. The uppercase numerals (I, IV, V) represent Major chords, while lowercase (ii, iii, vi) represent Minor chords. The tool handles this translation for you automatically.
- I - V - vi - IV: The "Pop Anthem" progression. From Journey's "Don't Stop Believing" to Adele's "Someone Like You", this pattern is scientifically proven to be emotionally resonant and catchy.
- ii - V - I: The "Jazz Standard". It creates a strong sense of tension (V) resolving to home (I), essential for smooth, sophisticated voice leading.
- Is it Stealing? No! Chord progressions cannot be copyrighted. The magic lies in your melody, rhythm, and lyrics. You can legally use the exact same chords as The Beatles or Beyoncé and write a completely original song.
How to Workflow
Select a Key that suits your vocal range (e.g., G Major). The tool will display a sequence of chords (G -> D -> Em -> C). Play these chords on your instrument in a loop. Hum a melody over the top. If it doesn't feel right, switch the progression preset to try a different emotional vibe (e.g., the moody vi-IV-I-V).