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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —8 tracks · 4:34
About this song
Survival by Bob Marley & The Wailers is in A minor (estimated), around 120 BPM, 4/4 time. This 8-track arrangement runs 4:34 (Acoustic grand piano, Acoustic guitar (steel), Electric guitar (muted), Electric bass (finger), Trumpet, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums). 4 versions available to play and practice.
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A3 – B4 · 14 semitones (~1.2 octaves)
About the key of A minor
A minor is the 2nd most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Am, Dm, and Em.
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