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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —6 tracks · 4:14
About this song
Making Plans for Nigel by XTC is in D major (estimated), around 150 BPM, 4/4 time. This 6-track arrangement runs 4:14 (Overdriven guitar, Distortion guitar, Electric bass (finger), Lead 6 (voice), and Drums). 1 version 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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Making Plans for Nigel appears on the soundtrack of Musikk fra filmen: Mannen som elsket Yngve, Non ma fille tu n’iras pas danser, Verschwende deine Jugend.