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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —8 tracks · 3:36
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Pennyroyal Tea by Nirvana is in G# minor, around 115 BPM, 4/4 time. This 8-track arrangement runs 3:36 (Electric guitar (clean), Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), Choir aahs, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with alternating verses and choruses, a solo, and an outro. 10 versions available to play and practice.
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F♯3 – E4 · 10 semitones (~0.8 octaves)
About the key of G# minor
G# minor is the 16th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are G♯m, C♯m, and D♯m.
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