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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —5 tracks · 2:05
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I Can't Explain by The Who is in E major, around 140 BPM, 4/4 time. This 5-track arrangement runs 2:05 (Electric guitar (clean), Electric bass (pick), Choir aahs, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, and a solo. 3 versions available to play and practice.
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G3 – B4 · 16 semitones (~1.3 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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I Can't Explain appears on the soundtrack of Earthed 4 – Death or Glory, Tommy and Quadrophenia Live With Special Guests.