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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —8 tracks · 3:28
About this song
Hanging by a Moment by Lifehouse is in C# major, around 124 BPM. This 8-track arrangement runs 3:28 (Electric guitar (clean), Distortion guitar, Electric bass (finger), Choir aahs, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, an interlude, and an outro. 5 versions available to play and practice.
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G♯2 – F♯4 · 22 semitones (~1.8 octaves)
About the key of C# major
C# major is the 22nd most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are C♯, F♯, and G♯.
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Hanging by a Moment appears on the soundtrack of The West Wing, Volume 2.