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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —5 tracks · 2:26
About this song
Day Is Done by Nick Drake is in D minor (estimated), around 125 BPM, 4/4 time. This 5-track arrangement runs 2:26 (Acoustic guitar (steel), Violin, Cello, and Contrabass), with 6 verses, a bridge, and an outro. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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About the key of D minor
D minor is the 3rd most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Dm, Gm, and Am.
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Day Is Done appears on the soundtrack of הבורגנים – פסקול הסדרה.