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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —11 tracks · 4:48
About this song
It's a Mistake by Men at Work is in B major (estimated), around 106 BPM, 4/4 time. This 11-track arrangement runs 4:48 (Clavinet, Electric guitar (clean), Electric guitar (muted), Overdriven guitar, Electric bass (finger), Choir aahs, and Drums), with alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, a solo, and an outro. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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D♯3 – C♯5 · 22 semitones (~1.8 octaves)
About the key of B major
B major is the 18th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are B, E, and F♯.
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