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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —6 tracks · 4:16
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River Man by Nick Drake is in C minor (estimated), around 115 BPM, 5/4 time. This 6-track arrangement runs 4:16 (Acoustic guitar (steel), Acoustic bass, String ensemble 1, and Piccolo), with alternating verses and choruses, an interlude, and an outro. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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About the key of C minor
C minor is the 8th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Cm, Fm, and Gm.
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River Man appears on the soundtrack of Dream With the Fishes.