I Am a Child
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —4 tracks · 2:18
About this song
I Am a Child by Neil Young is in D major (estimated), around 170 BPM, 4/4 time. This 4-track arrangement runs 2:18 (Acoustic guitar (nylon) and Lead 6 (voice)). 2 versions available to play and practice.
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E3 – D4 · 10 semitones (~0.8 octaves)
About the key of D major
D major is the 6th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are D, G, and A.
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