What is a G minor 7 chord?

A G minor 7 chord is a four-note chord consisting of the notes G, B flat, D, and F. It is constructed by taking the root note (G), adding a minor third (B flat), a perfect fifth (D), and a minor seventh (F). The G minor 7 chord is often used in jazz, blues, and rock music.

The G minor 7 chord can also be abbreviated as "Gm7" or "G-min7".

Here are the notes that make up a G minor 7 chord:

* Root: G

* Minor third: B flat

* Perfect fifth: D

* Minor seventh: F

The G minor 7 chord can be played on the guitar by using the following fingering:

* 2nd fret on the low E string (root)

* 1st fret on the B string (minor third)

* 3rd fret on the G string (perfect fifth)

* 3rd fret on the high E string (minor seventh)

The G minor 7 chord is a versatile chord that can be used in a variety of musical contexts. It is often used as a substitute for the G major 7 chord, and it can also be used to create a more somber or melancholic mood.