Bmaj7

About this chord

Bmaj7 (B major seventh) has a luminous, silky, dreamy sound—peaceful, optimistic, and slightly wistful. A staple of jazz and R&B harmony yet smooth in pop and lo-fi, it also colors neo-soul and chill electronic with lush, floating vibes. On guitar it often needs barre shapes or sophisticated jazz voicings; on bass it outlines a warm major-7 color without aggression. Commonly used as a tonic or gentle resolution in I–vi–ii–V or IVmaj7 progressions, it suggests sunrise endings rather than tension; also heard in city pop and smooth West Coast styles. Alternate names: BΔ7, Bmaj7 chord, B major 7.