American III: Solitary Man cover

I Won't Back Down

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Johnny Cash

American III: Solitary Man (2000)countryTop 5%1:26SpotifyYouTubeApple Music
Key: A majorestTempo: 118 BPMestTime signature: 4/4

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81%1 tracks · 1,417 notes · A major · 118 BPM· 1:26Recommended
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Intro
Couplet 1
Couplet 2 & 3
Refrein 1 & 2
Outro
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —1 track · 1:26

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I Won't Back Down by Johnny Cash is in A major (estimated), around 118 BPM, 4/4 time. This 1-track arrangement runs 1:26 (Acoustic guitar (steel)). 1 version available to play and practice.

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