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About this song
Because the Night by Patti Smith Group is in B minor (estimated), around 122 BPM, 4/4 time. This 5-track arrangement runs 3:27 (Acoustic grand piano, Drawbar organ, Electric bass (finger), String ensemble 1, and Drums). 1 version available to play and practice.
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About the key of B minor
B minor is the 4th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Bm, Em, and F♯m.
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Because the Night appears on the soundtrack of Everybody Wants Some, Music From the Motion Picture.