Can't Stand Losing You
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —5 tracks · 3:02
About this song
Can't Stand Losing You by The Police is in D minor (estimated), around 144 BPM, 4/4 time. This 5-track arrangement runs 3:02 (Electric guitar (clean), Overdriven guitar, Electric bass (pick), Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, and an outro. 3 versions available to play and practice.
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A3 – C5 · 15 semitones (~1.3 octaves)
About the key of D minor
D minor is the 3rd most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Dm, Gm, and Am.
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