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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —14 tracks · 4:02
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Borderline by Madonna is in D major, around 120 BPM, 4/4 time. This 14-track arrangement runs 4:02 (Bright acoustic piano, Electric piano 1, Glockenspiel, Synth bass 1, Synth strings 1, Choir aahs, and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, and an outro. 4 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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