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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —15 tracks · 3:35
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Pompeii by Bastille is in A major, around 128 BPM, 4/4 time. This 15-track arrangement runs 3:35 (Acoustic grand piano, Electric piano 1, Electric bass (finger), Synth bass 2, Choir aahs, Lead 2 (sawtooth), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, and an outro. 5 versions available to play and practice.
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E3 – F♯4 · 14 semitones (~1.2 octaves)
About the key of A major
A major is the 9th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are A, D, and E.
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Pompeii appears on the soundtrack of DiRT® 4™: Official Soundtrack Album.