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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —7 tracks · 3:46
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New Slang by The Shins is in C major (estimated), around 130 BPM. This 7-track arrangement runs 3:46 (Acoustic guitar (steel), Electric guitar (clean), Electric bass (finger), Choir aahs, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, an interlude, and an outro. 3 versions available to play and practice.
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C3 – C5 · 24 semitones (~2 octaves)
About the key of C major
C major is the 10th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are C, F, and G.
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New Slang appears on the soundtrack of Music From Scrubs, Shelter Soundtrack.