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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —5 tracks · 1:37
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Blitzkrieg Bop by Ramones is in A major, around 176 BPM, 4/4 time. This 5-track arrangement runs 1:37 (Overdriven guitar, Electric bass (pick), Choir aahs, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, and an outro. 5 versions available to play and practice.
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A3 – E4 · 7 semitones (~0.6 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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