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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —13 tracks · 4:10
About this song
Bad by Michael Jackson is in A minor (estimated), around 114 BPM, 4/4 time. This 13-track arrangement runs 4:10 (Electric piano 2, Percussive organ, Rock organ, Electric guitar (clean), Synth bass 2, String ensemble 1, and Drums). 4 versions available to play and practice.
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About the key of A minor
A minor is the 2nd most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Am, Dm, and Em.
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Bad appears on the soundtrack of Despicable Me 3: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, Michael Jackson’s Moonwalker.