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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —9 tracks · 3:15
About this song
Royals by Lorde is in D major (estimated), around 86 BPM, 4/4 time. This 9-track arrangement runs 3:15 (Acoustic grand piano, Electric bass (finger), Synth bass 1, Choir aahs, Voice oohs, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums). 5 versions available to play and practice.
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F♯3 – A4 · 15 semitones (~1.3 octaves)
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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