Where the Wild Roses Grow
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —8 tracks · 3:55
About this song
Where the Wild Roses Grow by Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds is in G minor (estimated), around 97 BPM, 4/4 time. This 8-track arrangement runs 3:55 (Acoustic grand piano, Tubular bells, Acoustic guitar (steel), Electric bass (pick), String ensemble 1, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums). 1 version available to play and practice.
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D3 – D4 · 12 semitones (~1 octaves)
About the key of G minor
G minor is the 11th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Gm, Cm, and Dm.
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Where the Wild Roses Grow appears on the soundtrack of The Lobster.