John Barleycorn
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —6 tracks · 6:27
About this song
John Barleycorn by Traffic is in E minor (estimated), around 163 BPM, 4/4 time. This 6-track arrangement runs 6:27 (Acoustic guitar (steel), Acoustic bass, Recorder, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums). 1 version available to play and practice.
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D3 – E4 · 14 semitones (~1.2 octaves)
About the key of E minor
E minor is the most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Em, Am, and Bm.
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John Barleycorn appears on the soundtrack of Nirvana.