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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —7 tracks · 3:46
About this song
1999 by Prince is in F major (estimated), around 120 BPM, 4/4 time. This 7-track arrangement runs 3:46 (Electric grand piano, Electric guitar (jazz), Electric bass (finger), String ensemble 1, Lead 2 (sawtooth), Lead 6 (voice), and Drums). 2 versions available to play and practice.
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C4 – C6 · 24 semitones (~2 octaves)
About the key of F major
F major is the 15th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are F, A♯, and C.
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1999 appears on the soundtrack of Purple Rain.