Hard Act to Follow
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —5 tracks · 3:25
About this song
Hard Act to Follow by Grinspoon is in A major (estimated), around 117 BPM, 4/4 time. This 5-track arrangement runs 3:25 (Overdriven guitar, Distortion guitar, Electric bass (finger), Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, and an interlude. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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E2 – F♯4 · 26 semitones (~2.2 octaves)
About the key of A major
A major is the 9th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are A, D, and E.
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