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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —7 tracks · 4:19
About this song
Calling Elvis by Dire Straits is in B major (estimated), around 118 BPM, 4/4 time. This 7-track arrangement runs 4:19 (Acoustic guitar (steel), Electric guitar (jazz), Distortion guitar, Electric bass (finger), Synth strings 2, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums). 5 versions available to play and practice.
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F♯3 – F♯4 · 12 semitones (~1 octaves)
About the key of B major
B major is the 18th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are B, E, and F♯.
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