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About this song
Open Arms by Journey is in D major (estimated). This 11-track arrangement runs 3:36 (Acoustic grand piano, Acoustic guitar (steel), Electric bass (finger), Cello, String ensemble 1, and Drums). 6 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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