The Letter
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —8 tracks · 1:53
About this song
The Letter by The Box Tops is in A minor (estimated), 4/4 time. This 8-track arrangement runs 1:53 (Electric piano 1, Electric guitar (clean), Electric bass (finger), String ensemble 1, Choir aahs, Brass section, and Drums), with alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, and an outro. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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E3 – F4 · 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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The Letter appears on the soundtrack of Mafia III Soundtrack: Official Soundtrack of New Bordeaux.