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About this song
Elevation by U2 is in E major (estimated), around 110 BPM, 4/4 time. This 16-track arrangement runs 3:24 (Dulcimer, Percussive organ, Tango accordion, Electric guitar (clean), Electric guitar (muted), Overdriven guitar, and Drums). 5 versions available to play and practice.
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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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Elevation appears on the soundtrack of NBA2K13.