Just What I Needed

The Cars

BPM124 Key12BE MajorEnergyWarm-upPop

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3:45·Released 1999·

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Just What I Needed

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About This Track

Just What I Needed by The Cars is a bass-forward Pop track at 124 BPM with moderate drive and balanced groove. At 28% energy, it suits warm-up and opening slots, setting the tone before the energy climbs.