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C'est la vie

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Emerson, Lake & Palmer

Works, Volume 2 (1977)progressive rockHigh4:04SpotifyYouTubeApple Music
Key: D minorestTempo: 116 BPMestTime signature: 4/4

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76%2 tracks · 1,135 notes · D minor · 116 BPM· 4:04Recommended
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About this song

C'est la vie by Emerson, Lake & Palmer is in D minor (estimated), around 116 BPM, 4/4 time. This 2-track arrangement runs 4:04 (Accordion and Acoustic guitar (steel)). 1 version available to play and practice.

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