The Cave
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About this song
The Cave by Mumford & Sons is in E major (estimated), around 135 BPM, 4/4 time. This 2-track arrangement runs 3:30 (Acoustic guitar (steel) and Electric bass (finger)), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, and an outro. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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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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