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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —11 tracks · 4:20
About this song
Rats by Ghost is in D minor (estimated), around 124 BPM, 4/4 time. This 11-track arrangement runs 4:20 (Harpsichord, Drawbar organ, Overdriven guitar, Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), Choir aahs, and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, a solo, and an outro. 4 versions available to play and practice.
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D3 – D5 · 24 semitones (~2 octaves)
About the key of D minor
D minor is the 3rd most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Dm, Gm, and Am.
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Rats appears on the soundtrack of Rite Here Rite Now: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack.