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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —5 tracks · 3:33
About this song
Satellite of Love by Lou Reed is in F major (estimated), around 110 BPM. This 5-track arrangement runs 3:33 (Acoustic guitar (steel), Overdriven guitar, Electric bass (finger), Lead 6 (voice), and Drums). 3 versions available to play and practice.
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C3 – G4 · 19 semitones (~1.6 octaves)
About the key of F major
F major is the 15th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are F, A♯, and C.
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Satellite of Love appears on the soundtrack of After Life.