Ballad of Big Nothing
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —5 tracks · 2:45
About this song
Ballad of Big Nothing by Elliott Smith is in C major, around 109 BPM. This 5-track arrangement runs 2:45 (Acoustic guitar (steel), Acoustic bass, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro and 3 choruses. 3 versions available to play and practice.
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F3 – G4 · 14 semitones (~1.2 octaves)
About the key of C major
C major is the 10th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are C, F, and G.
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