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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —8 tracks · 4:55
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Sometimes You Can't Make It on Your Own by U2 is in A major (estimated), around 96 BPM, 4/4 time. This 8-track arrangement runs 4:55 (Electric guitar (jazz), Electric guitar (clean), Overdriven guitar, Electric bass (finger), Tremolo strings, and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, and an outro. 4 versions available to play and practice.
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A major is the 9th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are A, D, and E.
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