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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —5 tracks · 2:55
About this song
Silly Thing by Sex Pistols is in D major (estimated), around 150 BPM, 4/4 time. This 5-track arrangement runs 2:55 (Overdriven guitar, Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), Lead 2 (sawtooth), and Drums). 3 versions available to play and practice.
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F♯3 – F♯5 · 24 semitones (~2 octaves)
About the key of D major
D major is the 6th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are D, G, and A.
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Silly Thing appears on the soundtrack of The Great Rock ’n’ Roll Swindle.