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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —8 tracks · 2:52
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Life in Technicolor ii by Coldplay is in A major (estimated), around 130 BPM, 4/4 time. This 8-track arrangement runs 2:52 (Dulcimer, Acoustic guitar (steel), Overdriven guitar, Electric bass (pick), String ensemble 2, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, a chorus, an interlude, and an outro. 1 version available to play and practice.
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C♯3 – A4 · 20 semitones (~1.7 octaves)
About the key of A major
A major is the 9th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are A, D, and E.
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