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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —4 tracks · 4:36
About this song
House of the Rising Sun by Metallica is in D# minor (estimated), around 118 BPM, 6/8 time. This 4-track arrangement runs 4:36 (Distortion guitar, Electric bass (finger), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, and a solo. 1 version available to play and practice.
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About the key of D# minor
D# minor is the 14th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are D♯m, G♯m, and A♯m.
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