Polyethylene, Parts 1 & 2
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —8 tracks · 4:27
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Polyethylene, Parts 1 & 2 by Radiohead is in A major (estimated), around 99 BPM, 4/4 time. This 8-track arrangement runs 4:27 (Acoustic guitar (steel), Electric guitar (clean), Distortion guitar, Electric bass (finger), Synth strings 1, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, a solo, and an outro. 5 versions available to play and practice.
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F♯3 – A4 · 15 semitones (~1.3 octaves)
About the key of A major
A major is the 9th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are A, D, and E.
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