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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —8 tracks · 4:54
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Play That Funky Music by Wild Cherry is in E minor (estimated), around 110 BPM, 4/4 time. This 8-track arrangement runs 4:54 (Electric guitar (clean), Distortion guitar, Electric bass (finger), Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, and a solo. 6 versions available to play and practice.
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D3 – E6 · 38 semitones (~3.2 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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Play That Funky Music appears on the soundtrack of American Pie Presents: Band Camp (Music From the Motion Picture), Boogie Nights.