Long Cool Woman (in a Black Dress)
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —9 tracks · 3:55
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Long Cool Woman (in a Black Dress) by The Hollies is in E major, around 88 BPM, 4/4 time. This 9-track arrangement runs 3:55 (Acoustic guitar (steel), Overdriven guitar, Electric bass (pick), String ensemble 1, Tuba, Clarinet, and Drums). 1 version available to play and practice.
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D3 – E5 · 26 semitones (~2.2 octaves)
About the key of E major
E major is the 5th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are E, A, and B.
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Long Cool Woman (in a Black Dress) appears on the soundtrack of Amores perros.