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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —4 tracks · 3:32
About this song
Lost Cause by Beck is in C major (estimated), around 120 BPM, 4/4 time. This 4-track arrangement runs 3:32 (Drawbar organ, Acoustic guitar (nylon), and Lead 6 (voice)), with alternating verses and choruses and a bridge. 5 versions available to play and practice.
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F2 – A4 · 28 semitones (~2.3 octaves)
About the key of C major
C major is the 10th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are C, F, and G.
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Lost Cause appears on the soundtrack of Birds of Prey Unofficial Soundtrack.