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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —4 tracks · 1:08
About this song
Stay Close to Me by Bad Brains is in F# minor (estimated), around 120 BPM, 4/4 time. This 4-track arrangement runs 1:08 (Electric guitar (clean), Distortion guitar, Electric bass (finger), 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 F# minor
F# minor is the 13th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are F♯m, Bm, and C♯m.
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