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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —10 tracks · 3:15
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Hero by Chad Kroeger is in E major (estimated), around 73 BPM. This 10-track arrangement runs 3:15 (Acoustic guitar (steel), Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), Synth strings 1, Choir aahs, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, a solo, and an outro. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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D♯3 – A4 · 18 semitones (~1.5 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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Hero appears on the soundtrack of Spider‐Man: Music From and Inspired By.