I have a favorite chord. It’s Fsus4. It is more fascinating than a bland major chord (yes, major chords are harmonious, but they are too aesthetic, they don’t give the music the ability to engage our emotions. It’s difficult to compose an interesting piece of music using only major chords), and more mysterious than a pervasive minor chord. It conveys anticipation, hope, elevation. It used to be frequently used in video game music back when music was more abstract (and minimalist, likely due to space and processing constraints) just after you beat the baddest boss, ascending to the final screen.

Check it out here, followed by a regular F major chord: F Sus 4.

What is your favorite chord?