The Aeroplane Flies High (Turns Left, Looks Right)
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —6 tracks · 8:28
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The Aeroplane Flies High (Turns Left, Looks Right) by The Smashing Pumpkins is in G# minor (estimated), around 86 BPM, 4/4 time. This 6-track arrangement runs 8:28 (Acoustic guitar (steel), Electric guitar (jazz), Distortion guitar, Electric bass (finger), Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a solo, and an outro. 4 versions available to play and practice.
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B2 – E4 · 17 semitones (~1.4 octaves)
About the key of G# minor
G# minor is the 16th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are G♯m, C♯m, and D♯m.
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