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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —4 tracks · 2:45
About this song
Sitting on the Dock of Bay by Otis Redding is in G major (estimated), around 103 BPM, 4/4 time. This 4-track arrangement runs 2:45 (Electric guitar (clean), Electric bass (finger), Lead 6 (voice), and Drums). 1 version available to play and practice.
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E3 – G4 · 15 semitones (~1.3 octaves)
About the key of G major
G major is the 7th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are G, C, and D.
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