Starships
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —13 tracks · 3:29
About this song
Starships by Nicki Minaj is in B minor (estimated), 4/4 time. This 13-track arrangement runs 3:29 (Electric piano 2, Music box, Electric guitar (clean), Slap bass 1, Synth bass 1, Synth strings 1, and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, an interlude, and an outro. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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About the key of B minor
B minor is the 4th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Bm, Em, and F♯m.
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Starships appears on the soundtrack of Pitch Perfect: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, The Block - Sky High.