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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —9 tracks · 3:44
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The Riddle by Nik Kershaw, around 102 BPM, 4/4 time. This 9-track arrangement runs 3:44 (Acoustic guitar (steel), Overdriven guitar, Electric bass (finger), Choir aahs, Whistle, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, and an outro. 5 versions available to play and practice.
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C♯3 – F5 · 28 semitones (~2.3 octaves)
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The Riddle appears on the soundtrack of Mandril Hits.