Like a Tattoo

Sade

BPM136 Key5BE♭ MajorEnergySustainerR&B

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3:38·Released 2008·

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Like a Tattoo

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Creative key move – mix quickly or use effects, keeps the same energy, natural breathing point, minor tempo adjustment needed — seamless blend

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Through the Fire

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131 BPM·4B·R&B

Wide BPMAdjacentPopularRelated artist

Adjacent key (4b), energy eases (-6%), warm tonal match, notable tempo gap – plan the handover — seamless blend

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Confessions Part II

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138 BPM·4B·R&B

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Adjacent key (4b), keeps the same energy, brightness contrast — use a filter sweep, minor tempo adjustment needed — seamless blend

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Say My Name

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138 BPM·5A·R&B

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Adjacent key (5a), keeps the same energy, similar natural breathing point and warm tonal match — smooth blend, minor tempo adjustment needed — seamless blend

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No Matter What

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135 BPM·6B·Pop

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Adjacent key (6b), keeps the same energy, warm tonal match, vibe stays consistent — seamless blend

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About This Track

Like a Tattoo by Sade is a bass-forward R&B track at 136 BPM with moderate drive and subtle groove. At 40% energy, it works as a mid-set sustainer — enough momentum to keep the floor moving without pushing into peak territory.