The Bad Thing
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —8 tracks · 5:20
About this song
The Bad Thing by Periphery is in A minor (estimated), around 133 BPM, 4/4 time. This 8-track arrangement runs 5:20 (Electric guitar (jazz), Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), and Drums), with 2 choruses, a solo, and an outro. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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About the key of A minor
A minor is the 2nd most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Am, Dm, and Em.
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