The Beatles
Let It Be
Key of C
Chord
G dominant 7
Restless and itching to resolve. The V7 chord that pulls toward the tonic.
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01Diagram
G dominant 7
3
2
1
Notes
G B D F
Intervals
1 3 5 b7
02Theory
How this chord is built
- 1
Root note. The chord takes its name from this degree.
- 3
Third. Major or minor quality is decided here.
- 5
Fifth. Stable, defines the chord body.
- b7
Color tone. Adds character on top of the triad.
The V7 of C major. Use in 12 bar blues, ragtime and any V I cadence.
03Variations
The same chord, in other positions
04Repertoire
Songs that use this chord
Bob Dylan
Knockin on Heavens Door
Key of G
Oasis
Wonderwall
Capo 2
Eagles
Hotel California
Key of Am
Tracy Chapman
Fast Car
Capo 2
Preview
05Substitutions