What instrument can’t hold a tune but is always in a band?
Category: Wordplay · Difficulty: medium
Hint: Think about percussion instruments.
Answer
A drum
Explanation
The pun is on 'drum' which keeps rhythm but does not play melodies like other instruments.
This is a medium wordplay riddle — a moderate challenge for most people. The answer is A drum.
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