Sidewalks
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —13 tracks · 3:31
About this song
Sidewalks by Story of the Year is in E major (estimated), around 100 BPM. This 13-track arrangement runs 3:31 (Acoustic guitar (steel), Distortion guitar, Electric bass (finger), Cello, String ensemble 1, Alto sax, and Drums). 4 versions available to play and practice.
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G♯3 – D♯5 · 19 semitones (~1.6 octaves)
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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Sidewalks appears on the soundtrack of One Tree Hill: Music From the WB Television.