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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —9 tracks · 5:37
About this song
Enter Sandman by Metallica is in E major (estimated), around 123 BPM. This 9-track arrangement runs 5:37 (Acoustic guitar (steel), Electric guitar (clean), Overdriven guitar, Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), Choir aahs, and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, a solo, and an outro. 53 versions available to play and practice.
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E3 – B5 · 31 semitones (~2.6 octaves)
About the key of E major
E major is the 5th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are E, A, and B.
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Enter Sandman appears on the soundtrack of Guitar Hero: Metallica, Through the Never (Music From the Motion Picture).