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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —5 tracks · 4:40
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Tattoo by Van Halen is in A minor (estimated), around 100 BPM, 4/4 time. This 5-track arrangement runs 4:40 (Distortion guitar, Electric bass (finger), Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, a solo, and an outro. 1 version available to play and practice.
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A3 – E6 · 31 semitones (~2.6 octaves)
About the key of A minor
A minor is the 2nd most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Am, Dm, and Em.
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