Against the Wind
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —8 tracks · 3:15
About this song
Against the Wind by Stratovarius is in D# minor (estimated), around 140 BPM, 4/4 time. This 8-track arrangement runs 3:15 (Electric piano 1, Distortion guitar, Electric bass (finger), Choir aahs, Lead 6 (voice), Pad 3 (polysynth), and Drums). 5 versions available to play and practice.
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A♯3 – F6 · 31 semitones (~2.6 octaves)
About the key of D# minor
D# minor is the 14th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are D♯m, G♯m, and A♯m.
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