Walking the Wire
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About this song
Walking the Wire by Imagine Dragons is in E major (estimated). This 13-track arrangement runs 3:58 (Acoustic grand piano, Electric piano 2, Acoustic guitar (steel), Electric guitar (jazz), Overdriven guitar, Electric bass (finger), and Drums). 2 versions available to play and practice.
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About the key of E major
E major is the 5th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are E, A, and B.
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