Learn how Jelly Roll’s hit Heart of Stone & how it uses the famous “Axis of 4 Chords” progression used in millions of songs. Beginner-friendly with capo, no barre chords needed!
In this lesson, I break down one of Jelly Roll’s current hits — and use it to teach the Axis of Four Chords, a powerful progression behind millions of popular songs. You’ll learn how to play it easily with a capo (no barre chords!), how it connects to songs like Don’t Stop Believin’, and why it’s a must-know for every guitar player.
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0:00 Intro
1:22 Axis of 4 Chords Explained
2:53 Strumming Pattern
4:39 Music Theory Breakdown
6:01 Chord Voicings Without a Capo
7:03 Other Songs That Use This Progression
7:44 Final Tips & Recap