Waiting on a Friend
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —8 tracks · 4:35
About this song
Waiting on a Friend by The Rolling Stones is in C major (estimated), around 117 BPM, 4/4 time. This 8-track arrangement runs 4:35 (Honky-tonk piano, Acoustic guitar (steel), Electric guitar (clean), Electric bass (pick), Lead 6 (voice), and Drums). 1 version available to play and practice.
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E4 – G5 · 15 semitones (~1.3 octaves)
About the key of C major
C major is the 10th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are C, F, and G.
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Waiting on a Friend appears on the soundtrack of House M.D.: Season 4.