Homeward Bound by Simon & Garfunkel
Key: A# · 89 BPM · 4/4
Homeward Bound by Simon & Garfunkel is written in Bb major. Its chords cycle through the I-IV-I-V progression — plagal + authentic mix: Bb-Eb-Bb-F. At 89 BPM, it moves at a relaxed, mid-tempo pace.
The progression
This song follows the I-IV-I-V progression (Plagal + authentic mix) in Bb major. Chords are automatically detected — if something looks off, let us know.
Play it in other keys
| Capo | Shape key | Chords to play |
|---|---|---|
| Capo 1 | A | A-D-E |
| Capo 3 | G | G-C-D |
| Capo 6 | E | E-A-B |
Chord chart
- 0:01 Bb
- 0:04 Eb
- 0:06 Bb
- 0:09 F
- 0:12 Ab
- 0:14 Gm
- 0:17 Cm
- 0:19 Ab
- 0:22 Bb
- 0:26 F
- 0:27 Bb
- 0:30 Eb
- 0:33 Bb
- 0:36 Eb
- 0:39 Bb
- 0:55 F
- 0:57 Ab
- 1:00 Gm
- 1:02 Cm
- 1:05 Ab
- 1:07 Bb
- 1:16 Eb
- 1:19 Bb
- 1:21 Eb
- 1:24 Bb
- 1:41 F
- 1:44 Ab
- 1:47 G
- 1:49 Cm
- 1:52 Ab
- 1:54 Bb
- 2:03 Eb
- 2:06 Bb
- 2:08 Eb
- 2:11 Bb
- 2:31 Eb
Frequently asked questions
What key is Homeward Bound in?
Homeward Bound is in Bb major.
What chords does Homeward Bound use?
The core of Homeward Bound cycles through Bb, Eb, F (3 chords).
What is the tempo of Homeward Bound?
Homeward Bound runs at 89 BPM in 4/4 time.
What chord progression does Homeward Bound use?
Homeward Bound follows the I-IV-I-V progression. It's a plagal + authentic mix.
What capo should I use for Homeward Bound?
Capo 1 and play A major shapes — that gets you open chords instead of barring in Bb major.