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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —5 tracks · 3:49
About this song
Breaking the Chains by Dokken is in E minor, around 125 BPM. This 5-track arrangement runs 3:49 (Overdriven guitar, Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, and a solo. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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D4 – D5 · 12 semitones (~1 octaves)
About the key of E minor
E minor is the most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Em, Am, and Bm.
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