Generate Songs with the vi-IV-I-V Progression

The vi-IV-I-V (vi → IV → I → V) is one of the most iconic chord progressions in popular music. The reordered cousin of I-V-vi-IV — same chords, different starting point. Begins on the relative minor for an emotional, vulnerable feel. Emotional, vulnerable, building toward resolution.

It dominates Pop, Indie, Alternative and shows up across decades of hit songs. The reason is simple — the harmonic motion is satisfying, the resolution feels inevitable, and the progression supports countless melodic possibilities. Songwriters return to it because it works.

Generating songs with the vi-IV-I-V progression in Meloro is straightforward. Prompt for the progression by name or in Roman numerals, mention your genre and mood, and the AI builds a track that uses the progression as a harmonic foundation. The resulting song respects the harmonic logic while staying creative on melody and arrangement.