The Downeaster "Alexa"
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —6 tracks · 3:43
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The Downeaster "Alexa" by Billy Joel, around 90 BPM, 4/4 time. This 6-track arrangement runs 3:43 (Electric grand piano, Acoustic guitar (steel), Electric bass (finger), Lead 6 (voice), Pad 1 (new age), and Drums), with an intro, 6 verses, a solo, and an outro. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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E4 – A♯5 · 18 semitones (~1.5 octaves)
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The Downeaster "Alexa" appears on the soundtrack of The Hangover, Part II: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack.