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Heat Wave by Snail Mail is in E major (estimated), around 120 BPM, 4/4 time. This 4-track arrangement runs 4:59 (Electric guitar (clean), Overdriven guitar, Electric bass (finger), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, and a solo. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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About the key of E major
E major is the 5th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are E, A, and B.
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