Watching the Detectives
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —8 tracks · 3:36
About this song
Watching the Detectives by Elvis Costello is in A minor (estimated), around 135 BPM. This 8-track arrangement runs 3:36 (Acoustic grand piano, Drawbar organ, Electric guitar (muted), Overdriven guitar, Electric bass (finger), Choir aahs, and Drums), with an intro, alternating verses and choruses, and an outro. 3 versions available to play and practice.
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D3 – G4 · 17 semitones (~1.4 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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Watching the Detectives appears on the soundtrack of Unfaithful Music & Soundtrack Album.