Hard Times

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Eric Clapton

Gems from the back (1989)blues rockHigh3:21SpotifyYouTubeApple Music
Key: D majorestTempo: 85 BPMestTime signature: 12/8

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67%1 tracks · 705 notes · D major · 85 BPM· 3:21Recommended
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Hard Times by Eric Clapton is in D major (estimated), around 85 BPM, 12/8 time. This 1-track arrangement runs 3:21 (Electric guitar (clean)). 1 version available to play and practice.

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