Killing an Arab
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —6 tracks · 2:47
About this song
Killing an Arab by The Cure is in E minor (estimated), around 110 BPM, 4/4 time. This 6-track arrangement runs 2:47 (Acoustic guitar (nylon), Electric guitar (clean), Electric bass (pick), String ensemble 1, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums). 3 versions available to play and practice.
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D3 – E4 · 14 semitones (~1.2 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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