Under the Knife
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —6 tracks · 2:41
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Under the Knife by Rise Against is in A# minor (estimated), around 109 BPM, 4/4 time. This 6-track arrangement runs 2:41 (Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), Choir aahs, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, and an outro. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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C♯3 – A♯4 · 21 semitones (~1.8 octaves)
About the key of A# minor
A# minor is the 19th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are A♯m, D♯m, and Fm.
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Under the Knife appears on the soundtrack of Never Back Down.