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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —7 tracks · 2:26
About this song
Dumb by Nirvana is in D# minor, around 114 BPM, 4/4 time. This 7-track arrangement runs 2:26 (Acoustic guitar (nylon), Electric guitar (clean), Electric bass (pick), Cello, Choir aahs, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, and an outro. 19 versions available to play and practice.
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C♯3 – D♯4 · 14 semitones (~1.2 octaves)
About the key of D# minor
D# minor is the 14th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are D♯m, G♯m, and A♯m.
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