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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —11 tracks · 2:26
About this song
Ask by The Smiths is in G major (estimated), around 166 BPM, 4/4 time. This 11-track arrangement runs 2:26 (Harmonica, Acoustic guitar (steel), Electric guitar (jazz), Electric guitar (clean), Electric bass (pick), Synth bass 1, and Drums). 4 versions available to play and practice.
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F♯3 – D♯4 · 9 semitones (~0.8 octaves)
About the key of G major
G major is the 7th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are G, C, and D.
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