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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —11 tracks · 2:39
About this song
The Metal by Tenacious D is in E minor, around 112 BPM, 4/4 time. This 11-track arrangement runs 2:39 (Overdriven guitar, Electric bass (pick), Voice oohs, and Drums). 3 versions available to play and practice.
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B2 – E5 · 29 semitones (~2.4 octaves)
About the key of E minor
E minor is the most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Em, Am, and Bm.
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The Metal appears on the soundtrack of Guitar Hero III: Legends Of Rock - Original Game Soundtrack, The Pick of Destiny.