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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —7 tracks · 3:35
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The Man Who Sold the World by Nirvana is in A major, around 115 BPM, 4/4 time. This 7-track arrangement runs 3:35 (Acoustic guitar (steel), Distortion guitar, Acoustic bass, Cello, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, and a solo. 21 versions available to play and practice.
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C♯3 – C♯4 · 12 semitones (~1 octaves)
About the key of A major
A major is the 9th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are A, D, and E.
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