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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —7 tracks · 2:54
About this song
American Idiot by Green Day is in G# minor (estimated), around 186 BPM, 4/4 time. This 7-track arrangement runs 2:54 (Electric guitar (clean), Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), Lead 6 (voice), and Drums). 15 versions available to play and practice.
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G♯3 – F4 · 9 semitones (~0.8 octaves)
About the key of G# minor
G# minor is the 16th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are G♯m, C♯m, and D♯m.
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American Idiot appears on the soundtrack of American Idiot: The Original Broadway Cast Recording.