Motherless Child
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About this song
Motherless Child by Eric Clapton is in B major (estimated), around 155 BPM, 4/4 time. This 4-track arrangement runs 2:48 (Accordion, Acoustic guitar (steel), and Drums). 3 versions available to play and practice.
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About the key of B major
B major is the 18th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are B, E, and F♯.
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