Controversy

Prince

BPM121 Key2BF♯ MajorEnergyWarm-upDance

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7:15·Released 2009·

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About This Track

Controversy by Prince is a bass-heavy, groove-locked Dance track at 121 BPM with moderate drive and strong groove. At 23% energy, it suits warm-up and opening slots, setting the tone before the energy climbs.

Harmonic Context

At 2B, this track opens up harmonic mixing with adjacent keys, enabling smooth melodic transitions.

Rhythmic Foundation

At 121 BPM, this Dance track suits warm-up and opening sets, easing the room in.

Energy Profile

With 23% energy, heavy bass weight, this track locks into a deep groove.

Track Character

Energy23%

Drive42%

Groove89%

Brightness56%

Bass Weight86%

Tempo121 BPM

Key2B

Major · 6

7:15

Duration

45%

Mood

-16 dB

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About this artist

Prince

Prince was a Minneapolis-based singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist who blended funk, R&B, pop, and rock across a prolific career spanning several decades.

Median BPM: 120
Top key: 11B · A Major
Active: 1979–2014
Tracks: 25

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