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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —5 tracks · 3:54
About this song
Bad Seed by Metallica is in C# minor (estimated), around 132 BPM, 4/4 time. This 5-track arrangement runs 3:54 (Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, a solo, and an outro. 3 versions available to play and practice.
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About the key of C# minor
C# minor is the 12th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are C♯m, F♯m, and G♯m.
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