Island

Hula

in B major · B–E–B–E

B
I
E
IV
B
I
E
IV
Progression
I
IV
I
IV
Key
learn more

What is the I–IV–I–IV progression?

Gentle two-chord hula sway. Hypnotic and relaxing.

Songs that use this

  • Little Grass Shack
  • Hukilau Song

Why it works

These chords outline strong tonic, dominant, and relative minor colors in B major—easy to sing and easy to remember on ukulele.

Try in other keys

Same Roman numerals; chords transpose with the key.

Related progressions