Before the Lobotomy
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —7 tracks · 4:28
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Before the Lobotomy by Green Day is in C# major (estimated), around 125 BPM, 4/4 time. This 7-track arrangement runs 4:28 (Acoustic guitar (steel), Overdriven guitar, Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), Choir aahs, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, a solo, and an outro. 6 versions available to play and practice.
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F3 – F♯4 · 13 semitones (~1.1 octaves)
About the key of C# major
C# major is the 22nd most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are C♯, F♯, and G♯.
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Before the Lobotomy appears on the soundtrack of American Idiot: The Original Broadway Cast Recording.