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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —4 tracks · 4:32
About this song
Shake Dog Shake by The Cure is in C minor (estimated), around 84 BPM, 4/4 time. This 4-track arrangement runs 4:32 (Electric guitar (clean), Electric bass (finger), and Lead 6 (voice)), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, and an outro. 1 version available to play and practice.
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About the key of C minor
C minor is the 8th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Cm, Fm, and Gm.
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