A Song for the Optimists
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About this song
A Song for the Optimists by Atreyu is in C minor (estimated), around 165 BPM, 4/4 time. This 6-track arrangement runs 4:40 (Overdriven guitar, Distortion guitar, Electric bass (finger), Seashore, and Drums). 2 versions available to play and practice.
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About the key of C minor
C minor is the 8th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Cm, Fm, and Gm.
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