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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —5 tracks · 5:19
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Nothing as It Seems by Pearl Jam is in B minor (estimated), around 69 BPM. This 5-track arrangement runs 5:19 (Acoustic guitar (steel), Distortion guitar, Fretless bass, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, and a solo. 4 versions available to play and practice.
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F♯3 – A4 · 15 semitones (~1.3 octaves)
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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Nothing as It Seems appears on the soundtrack of Pearl Jam Twenty.