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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —19 tracks · 3:37
About this song
Only Time by Enya is in C major, around 82 BPM, 4/4 time. This 19-track arrangement runs 3:37 (Acoustic grand piano, Acoustic bass, Fretless bass, Cello, Pizzicato strings, String ensemble 1, and Drums). 13 versions available to play and practice.
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D♯3 – D♯5 · 24 semitones (~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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Only Time appears on the soundtrack of Sweet November.