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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —7 tracks · 3:53
About this song
Manchild by EELS is in E major (estimated), around 103 BPM. This 7-track arrangement runs 3:53 (Percussive organ, Electric guitar (jazz), Electric guitar (clean), Acoustic bass, Cello, and Flute), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, and an outro. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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B2 – A4 · 22 semitones (~1.8 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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