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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —12 tracks · 5:22
About this song
Sad but True by Metallica is in D minor (estimated), around 90 BPM, 4/4 time. This 12-track arrangement runs 5:22 (Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), Choir aahs, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, a solo, and an outro. 26 versions available to play and practice.
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A3 – G4 · 10 semitones (~0.8 octaves)
About the key of D minor
D minor is the 3rd most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Dm, Gm, and Am.
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Sad but True appears on the soundtrack of Guitar Hero: Metallica.