The Serpent and the King
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —6 tracks · 4:19
About this song
The Serpent and the King by Judas Priest is in D# minor (estimated), around 220 BPM, 4/4 time. This 6-track arrangement runs 4:19 (Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, a solo, and an outro. 1 version available to play and practice.
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C♯4 – F♯5 · 17 semitones (~1.4 octaves)
About the key of D# minor
D# minor is the 14th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are D♯m, G♯m, and A♯m.
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