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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —9 tracks · 3:43
About this song
Violet Hill by Coldplay is in C# minor (estimated), around 78 BPM. This 9-track arrangement runs 3:43 (Acoustic grand piano, Acoustic guitar (steel), Overdriven guitar, Electric bass (finger), Pad 2 (warm), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a solo, and an outro. 4 versions available to play and practice.
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About the key of C# minor
C# minor is the 12th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are C♯m, F♯m, and G♯m.
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Violet Hill appears on the soundtrack of Guitar Hero III: Legends Of Rock - Original Game Soundtrack.