Paradise by the Dashboard Light
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —9 tracks · 8:21
About this song
Paradise by the Dashboard Light by Meat Loaf is in D major (estimated). This 9-track arrangement runs 8:21 (Bright acoustic piano, Clavinet, Church organ, Electric guitar (jazz), Electric guitar (muted), Overdriven guitar, and Drums). 3 versions available to play and practice.
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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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Paradise by the Dashboard Light appears on the soundtrack of Leap of Faith.