Hanging by a Thread
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —4 tracks · 3:10
About this song
Hanging by a Thread by Billy Talent is in B minor (estimated), around 158 BPM, 1/8 time. This 4-track arrangement runs 3:10 (Overdriven guitar, Electric bass (finger), and Drums), with an intro, 3 choruses, a solo, and an outro. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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About the key of B minor
B minor is the 4th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Bm, Em, and F♯m.
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