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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —7 tracks · 3:43
About this song
Sign o' the Times by Prince is in C minor (estimated), around 99 BPM, 4/4 time. This 7-track arrangement runs 3:43 (Electric guitar (jazz), Synth bass 1, String ensemble 1, Lead 6 (voice), Kalimba, and Drums), with alternating verses and choruses and a bridge. 5 versions available to play and practice.
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A2 – F4 · 20 semitones (~1.7 octaves)
About the key of C minor
C minor is the 8th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Cm, Fm, and Gm.
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