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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —12 tracks · 3:50
About this song
Lovely Day by Bill Withers is in E major (estimated), around 100 BPM, 4/4 time. This 12-track arrangement runs 3:50 (Electric grand piano, Electric guitar (clean), Electric bass (finger), Violin, Trumpet, Alto sax, and Drums), with an intro and alternating verses and choruses. 3 versions available to play and practice.
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E4 – C♯5 · 9 semitones (~0.8 octaves)
About the key of E major
E major is the 5th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are E, A, and B.
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