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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —13 tracks · 4:12
About this song
The Sound by The 1975 is in C major (estimated), around 120 BPM, 4/4 time. This 13-track arrangement runs 4:12 (Acoustic grand piano, Electric piano 1, Electric guitar (jazz), Overdriven guitar, Electric bass (finger), Choir aahs, and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a solo, and an outro. 1 version available to play and practice.
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G4 – A5 · 14 semitones (~1.2 octaves)
About the key of C major
C major is the 10th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are C, F, and G.
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The Sound appears on the soundtrack of Me Before You: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, NBA2k17.