What songs are in B Major?

Many well-known songs use B Major chord progressions. The key has a distinctive character and is popular across multiple genres from pop to classical.

What is the major tonic chord?

The tonic chord (I or i) of B Major is B. This is the home chord of the key — progressions typically start or end here.

B Major Chord Progressions — Free B Major Patterns

Q: What are the chords in B Major?

The seven diatonic chords in B Major are: I (B), ii (C#m), iii (D#m), IV (E), V (F#), vi (G#m), vii° (A#dim). These are the building blocks for all chord progressions in this key.

Q: What is the most popular B Major chord progression?

The most popular B Major progression is B – F# – G#m – E (I–V–vi–IV). It's used in countless songs and works for pop, rock, and folk styles.

Q: How do I practise chord progressions in B Major?

Start with the I–IV–V progression in B Major to get comfortable with the key. Then try I–V–vi–IV. Use the MusoKit Chord Progression Generator to hear each progression before you play it, so you know what to aim for.

Whether you're writing a song, learning the key, or looking for inspiration, B Major is a rich harmonic landscape. Here are the building blocks and the progressions most used by songwriters in this key.

The 7 Diatonic Chords in B Major

Numeral	Chord	Quality
I	B	major
ii	C#m	minor
iii	D#m	minor
IV	E	major
V	F#	major
vi	G#m	minor
vii°	A#dim	diminished

4 Essential B Major Progressions

The Four Chords (I–V–vi–IV)

I–V–vi–IV

In B: B – F# – G#m – E

Used in countless pop songs in B major.

Three Chords (I–IV–V)

I–IV–V

In B: B – E – F#

Simple, effective — classic rock in B.

ii–V–I (ii–V–I)

ii–V–I

In B: C#m – F# – B

A jazz-style resolution to B major.

50s Progression (I–vi–IV–V)

I–vi–IV–V

In B: B – G#m – E – F#

The doo-wop classic in B major.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the chords in B Major?

The seven diatonic chords are: I (B), ii (C#m), iii (D#m), IV (E), V (F#), vi (G#m), vii° (A#dim).

What is the most popular B Major chord progression?

The most popular is B – F# – G#m – E (I–V–vi–IV) — used in countless songs across pop, rock, and folk.

How do I practise chord progressions in B Major?

Start with I–IV–V in B Major, then try I–V–vi–IV. Use the MusoKit generator to hear each progression first so you know your target.

What is the tonic chord of B Major?

The tonic chord is B — the home chord of the key that progressions typically start and resolve to.