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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —8 tracks · 3:34
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The Heat Is On by Glenn Frey is in D major, around 155 BPM, 4/4 time. This 8-track arrangement runs 3:34 (Rock organ, Electric guitar (muted), Distortion guitar, Slap bass 1, String ensemble 1, Tenor sax, and Drums), with alternating verses and choruses, a bridge, and a solo. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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A4 – A5 · 12 semitones (~1 octaves)
About the key of D major
D major is the 6th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are D, G, and A.
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The Heat Is On appears on the soundtrack of Beverly Hills Cop: Music From the Motion Picture Soundtrack.