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Gm7(Minor 7th Chord)

A minor triad with a minor seventh. Smooth, soulful sound central to jazz and soul music.

Notes
G – A# – D – F
Intervals (semitones)
0 – 3 – 7 – 10
Type
7th Chord

🎹 Gm7 on Piano

Press highlighted keys simultaneously to play the Gm7 chord.

R
G(Root (R))
2
A#(Minor 3rd (♭3))
3
D(Perfect 5th)
4
F(Minor 7th (♭7))

🎸 Gm7 on Guitar

The Gm7 chord uses notes G, A#, D, F. Build a voicing by finding these notes on any strings — root on the 6th string is a common starting point for barre chord shapes.

Interval Analysis

DegreeInterval NameSemitonesNote in G
RootRoot (R)0G
3rdMinor 3rd (♭3)3A#
5thPerfect 5th7D
7thMinor 7th (♭7)10F

About the G Minor 7th Chord

The Gm7 chord (G Minor 7th) consists of 4 notes: G, A#, D, F. A minor triad with a minor seventh. Smooth, soulful sound central to jazz and soul music.

To build any minor 7th chord, apply intervals of 0, 3, 7, 10 semitones above the root. Starting from G: the notes land on G, A#, D, F.

Playing Gm7 on Piano

Press G, A#, D, F simultaneously. In root position, G is lowest. First inversion places A# in the bass for a lighter sound; second inversion uses D as the bass note.

Common Chord Progressions Using Gm7

  • I–IV–V: Gm7 – Cm7 – Dm7 (blues and rock)
  • I–V–vi–IV: Gm7 – D – Em – C (pop staple)
  • I–vi–IV–V: Gm7 – Em – C – D (50s progression)

The Gm7 Chord in Context

As a minor 7th chord, Gm7 is the tonic (I) in the key of G major. It also appears as the IV chord in D major, and as the V chord in C major — making it one of the most important chords across all of Western music.

Other G Chords

G
Major
Gm
Minor
G7
Dominant 7th
Gmaj7
Major 7th
Gdim
Diminished
Gaug
Augmented

Minor 7th Chord in All 12 Keys

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FAQ

Gm7 Chord — Frequently Asked Questions

What notes are in the Gm7 chord?
The G Minor 7th chord contains: G, A#, D, F. These notes are derived by applying the minor 7th interval formula (0–3–7–10 semitones) to the root note G.
What is the Gm7 chord used for?
A minor triad with a minor seventh. Smooth, soulful sound central to jazz and soul music. The Gm7 chord is used across pop, rock, jazz, and classical music. As the I chord in the key of G major, it functions as the most stable resting point in progressions.
How do you play Gm7 on piano?
On piano, play G, A#, D, F simultaneously. In root position, G is the lowest note. Inversions move the bass note up — first inversion has A# lowest, second inversion has D lowest.
How many notes are in a minor 7th chord?
A minor 7th chord has 4 notes: G, A#, D, F (in G). It is a 7th chord, extending beyond the basic triad.
What is the difference between G major and G minor?
The G major chord (G–B–D) uses a major third (4 semitones), giving it a bright, happy sound. The G minor chord (G–A#–D) uses a minor third (3 semitones), giving it a darker, emotional sound.
What key does Gm7 belong to?
Gm7 naturally serves as the I chord in the key of G major. It also appears as IV in the key of D major, and as V in the key of C major.
Can I play Gm7 on ukulele?
Yes. The ukulele uses GCEA tuning with 4 strings. The Gm7 chord notes (G, A#, D, F) can be fretted on a ukulele, though the shapes differ from guitar due to the 4-string layout and shorter scale.
What chords go well with Gm7?
In the key of G major, Gm7 pairs naturally with C major (IV), D major (V), and Em (vi). The classic I–IV–V (Gm7–C–D) is the foundation of blues, country, and rock.
What is a chord inversion of Gm7?
An inversion places a non-root note in the bass. Gm7 root position: G in bass. First inversion: A# in bass. Second inversion: D in bass. Inversions create smoother bass line movement without changing the harmony.
How do I memorize the notes in a minor 7th chord?
Remember the formula: 0–3–7–10 semitones from root. For Gm7: start on G, add 3 semitones, then 7 semitones, then 10 semitones. Practicing this across all 12 roots builds instant recognition of any minor 7th chord.