The Beatles
Let It Be
Key of C
Chord
D minor 7
Smooth, mellow minor 7th. The ii chord in C major and the i chord in D Dorian vamps.
SymbolDm7Stretch
01Diagram
D minor 7
2
1
1
Notes
D F A C
Intervals
1 b3 5 b7
02Theory
How this chord is built
- 1
Root note. The chord takes its name from this degree.
- b3
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.
Use in ii V I progressions. Excellent for practicing Dorian mode and minor7 arpeggios.
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