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Shock Wave

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Black Sabbath

Never Say Die! (1978)heavy metalHigh4:46SpotifyYouTubeApple Music
Key: G majorestTuning: StandardTempo: 140 BPMestTime signature: 4/4

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74%2 tracks · 2,935 notes · G major · 140 BPM· 4:46Recommended
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Shock Wave by Black Sabbath is in G major (estimated), around 140 BPM, 4/4 time. This 2-track arrangement runs 4:46 (Distortion guitar and Drums). 1 version available to play and practice.

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5.95 notes/sec

About the key of G major

G major is the 7th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are G, C, and D.

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