Purple Rain — Chords

Prince & The Revolution
Key Bb majorTuning StandardCapo None

🎼 Main chord progression

Main progression
Bb›Gm›F›Eb
Slow 6/8 ballad swell; big sustained chords behind the solo.
Chord names for the main progression — a starting point, verify by ear. No lyrics or full tab reproduced.

🎸 How to play each chord

Bb×12341
Gm134111
F134211
Eb6fr×12341
Standard fingerings (low E → high e). Numbers = which finger; × = don’t play, ○ = open string.

🎛️ The tone — adapted to your gear

Hohner HG-490 Madcat (Telecaster-style) · Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC+ Head

Original amp EQ — bass 5.5 · mid 6.5 · treble 6.5 · gain 6 · presence 6

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❓ Purple Rain — FAQ

What key is Purple Rain in?

Purple Rain is in Bb major.

What chords does Purple Rain use?

The main progression uses Bb, Gm, F, Eb. Tuning: Standard. Capo: None.

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