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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —8 tracks · 4:33
About this song
Single-Handed Sailor by Dire Straits is in D minor (estimated), around 104 BPM, 4/4 time. This 8-track arrangement runs 4:33 (Electric guitar (jazz), Electric guitar (clean), Electric bass (finger), Lead 6 (voice), and Drums). 4 versions available to play and practice.
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A♯2 – D4 · 16 semitones (~1.3 octaves)
About the key of D minor
D minor is the 3rd most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Dm, Gm, and Am.
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