Back on the Chain Gang

Pretenders

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3:51·Released 1984·

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Back on the Chain Gang

Pretenders

15311B

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154 BPM·10B·African

Tempo lockAdjacentPopularSame era

Adjacent key (10b), keeps the same energy, matched bass weight, vibe stays consistent — energy stays level

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151 BPM·10B·Pop

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Adjacent key (10b), energy rises (+9%), matched brightness, minor tempo adjustment needed — seamless blend

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Corinna - Album Version

Taj Mahal

153 BPM·11B·Nu Disco / Disco

Tempo lockSame keySame era

Same key (11b), keeps the same energy, vibe stays consistent, close groove match — energy stays level

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Creative key move – mix quickly or use effects, energy eases (-6%), similar matched brightness and warm tonal match — smooth blend, minor tempo adjustment needed — seamless blend

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And If We Could, We'd Say

Ephemerals

154 BPM·12A·Nu Disco / Disco

Tempo lockPopular

Creative key move – mix quickly or use effects, energy rises (+8%), vibe stays consistent, matching groove feel — adjacent keys – smooth harmonic move

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Back on the Chain Gang by Pretenders is a bass-forward Pop track at 153 BPM with low drive and balanced groove. At 21% energy, it suits warm-up and opening slots, setting the tone before the energy climbs.