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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —5 tracks · 2:52
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Chain of Fools by Aretha Franklin, around 115 BPM, 4/4 time. This 5-track arrangement runs 2:52 (Acoustic grand piano, Acoustic guitar (steel), Fretless bass, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums). 2 versions available to play and practice.
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E4 – C5 · 8 semitones (~0.7 octaves)
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