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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —8 tracks · 4:46
About this song
Tension by Avenged Sevenfold is in D minor (estimated), around 70 BPM, 7/4 time. This 8-track arrangement runs 4:46 (Bright acoustic piano, Distortion guitar, Slap bass 2, Synth strings 1, Clarinet, 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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About the key of D minor
D minor is the 3rd most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Dm, Gm, and Am.
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