The Sheik of Araby
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —5 tracks · 1:38
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The Sheik of Araby by The Beatles is in A minor (estimated), around 190 BPM, 2/4 time. This 5-track arrangement runs 1:38 (Electric guitar (jazz), Electric guitar (clean), Electric bass (finger), Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, and an outro. 1 version available to play and practice.
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F♯3 – G4 · 13 semitones (~1.1 octaves)
About the key of A minor
A minor is the 2nd most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Am, Dm, and Em.
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