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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —7 tracks · 4:43
About this song
Black Betty by Ram Jam is in B minor (estimated), around 118 BPM, 4/4 time. This 7-track arrangement runs 4:43 (Overdriven guitar, Electric bass (pick), Lead 6 (voice), Reverse cymbal, and Drums), with an intro, 3 verses, and a solo. 6 versions available to play and practice.
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A3 – E4 · 7 semitones (~0.6 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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Black Betty appears on the soundtrack of Blow, Eastbound & Down, That ’70s Show Presents: That ’70s Rockin’ Album, The Shaun White Album.