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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —6 tracks · 3:13
About this song
Gimme Sympathy by Metric is in F# minor (estimated), around 143 BPM, 4/4 time. This 6-track arrangement runs 3:13 (Electric guitar (clean), Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), Lead 6 (voice), Pad 2 (warm), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, and an interlude. 1 version available to play and practice.
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E3 – A4 · 17 semitones (~1.4 octaves)
About the key of F# minor
F# minor is the 13th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are F♯m, Bm, and C♯m.
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