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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —8 tracks · 3:51
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Pumped Up Kicks by Foster the People is in D# major (estimated), around 125 BPM, 4/4 time. This 8-track arrangement runs 3:51 (Electric guitar (muted), Overdriven guitar, Acoustic bass, Lead 6 (voice), Lead 7 (fifths), Lead 8 (bass + lead), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, and an interlude. 14 versions available to play and practice.
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G3 – G4 · 12 semitones (~1 octaves)
About the key of D# major
D# major is the 20th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are D♯, G♯, and A♯.
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Pumped Up Kicks appears on the soundtrack of Berlin Tag & Nacht.