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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —8 tracks · 4:10
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Word Up by GUN is in F# minor (estimated), around 118 BPM, 4/4 time. This 8-track arrangement runs 4:10 (Electric guitar (clean), Overdriven guitar, Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, a solo, and an outro. 1 version available to play and practice.
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E2 – B4 · 31 semitones (~2.6 octaves)
About the key of F# minor
F# minor is the 13th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are F♯m, Bm, and C♯m.
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Word Up appears on the soundtrack of Barb Wire.