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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —9 tracks · 4:22
About this song
Tío Sam by Ska-P is in A major (estimated), around 178 BPM, 4/4 time. This 9-track arrangement runs 4:22 (Drawbar organ, Overdriven guitar, Distortion guitar, Electric bass (finger), Trumpet, Trombone, and Drums), with an intro, 5 choruses, and a solo. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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A3 – B4 · 14 semitones (~1.2 octaves)
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Tío Sam appears on the soundtrack of Tio Sam.