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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —9 tracks · 4:25
About this song
Life Must Go On by Alter Bridge is in D major (estimated), around 153 BPM, 6/4 time. This 9-track arrangement runs 4:25 (Acoustic guitar (steel), Overdriven guitar, Electric bass (pick), Lead 5 (charang), Lead 6 (voice), Pad 2 (warm), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, a solo, and an outro. 1 version available to play and practice.
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F♯3 – D5 · 20 semitones (~1.7 octaves)
About the key of D major
D major is the 6th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are D, G, and A.
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