Born to Be Blue

Sammy Davis Jr.

BPM81 Key5AC MinorEnergyWarm-upPop

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3:17·Released 1964·

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Born to Be Blue

Sammy Davis Jr.

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Mack The Knife

Bobby Darin

83 BPM·5B·Pop

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Adjacent key (5b), keeps the same energy, similar matched brightness and warm tonal match — smooth blend, minor tempo adjustment needed — seamless blend

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Surfin' U.S.A. - Remastered 2001

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81 BPM·5B·Pop

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Adjacent key (5b), energy rises (+8%), similar matched brightness and warm tonal match — smooth blend, vibe stays consistent — seamless blend

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84 BPM·6A·Pop

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Adjacent key (6a), keeps the same energy, similar matched brightness and warm tonal match — smooth blend, minor tempo adjustment needed — seamless blend

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Joe Dukie and DJ Fitchie

80 BPM·5A·Dance

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About This Track

Born to Be Blue by Sammy Davis Jr. is a bass-forward Pop track at 81 BPM with moderate drive and subtle groove. At 25% energy, it suits warm-up and opening slots, setting the tone before the energy climbs.