Sweet Baby James
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About this song
Sweet Baby James by James Taylor is in D major (estimated), around 142 BPM, 3/4 time. This 7-track arrangement runs 2:50 (Acoustic grand piano, Acoustic guitar (nylon), Acoustic guitar (steel), Electric guitar (jazz), Fretless bass, and Drums). 2 versions available to play and practice.
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About the key of D major
D major is the 6th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are D, G, and A.
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