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Released 3/4/2011.
Duration: 1:05.

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“key” is the song that sort of introduces you to the album, whereas “door” is a little bit of a small medley that welcomes you to the world of Minecraft.

C418 ✑ Q&A: C418’s Minecraft – Volume Alpha Soundtrack

“Key” is a little piano arrangement I did of another song, “Subwoofer Lullaby.” I had been experimenting with the melody, playing it again on my sequencer, and I liked the idea of there being recurring themes. It gives a feeling of familiarity. Because it was such a quiet and soothing tune, I wanted for it to be a calm introduction to the Minecraft album.