Speed of Light
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —5 tracks · 3:29
About this song
Speed of Light by Iron Maiden is in G minor (estimated), around 170 BPM, 4/4 time. This 5-track arrangement runs 3:29 (Distortion guitar, Electric bass (finger), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, and a solo. 1 version available to play and practice.
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About the key of G minor
G minor is the 11th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Gm, Cm, and Dm.
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