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Interactive piano tutorial for "Back On The Streets" by Saxon, in G major at about 136 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Slow it down to learn it at your own pace.

Interactive piano roll preview for "Back On The Streets" by Saxon
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Back On The Streets
Piano Tutorial

Piano rollFalling notes

This interactive piano roll is a play-along piano tutorial for "Back On The Streets" by Saxon, and one of the simplest ways to learn the song on piano. Every note falls onto the keyboard so you can see exactly what to play and when, and you can slow it right down to work through the fast parts before building back up to full speed.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrerock · alternative rock · post‑punk revival
Moodenergetic · defiant · anthemic
Signaturedefiant anthem of resilience
G major
Key
136
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

D
D7
Am
C
Cmaj7
Gmaj/5
Cmaj/2
Dmaj/5
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre‑ChorusChorusPost‑ChorusInstrumentalSoloBreakdownDropOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

distorted electric guitars
powerful, driving riffs and melodic leads
driving bassline
round, syncopated, anchoring the groove
driving drum kit
steady, punchy kick and snare with tight hi‑hats
male lead vocals
clear, strong, slightly raw timbre; melodic, anthemic delivery with a hint of grit
subtle synth pads
ambient background texture that adds depth without competing
Album & artist
ALBUM

Back on the Streets (1985)

"Back on the Streets" is a track (and single) from Saxon's 1985 album Innocence Is No Excuse, their first release on EMI after leaving Carrere Records. The song fits the straightforward hard rock style the band were pushing at the time, though the album as a whole marked a transitional period for the group.

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Artist

Saxon

Saxon are a heavy metal band from Barnsley, England, formed in the mid-1970s. They were a leading force in the new wave of British heavy metal (NWOBHM) and put eight albums into the UK Top 40 during the 1980s, reaching audiences across Europe, North America, Japan, and South America. Fronted throughout by singer Biff Byford, they have kept touring and recording for decades and have sold tens of millions of records worldwide.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Back On The Streets" in?

"Back On The Streets" by Saxon is in G major.

What is the tempo of "Back On The Streets"?

"Back On The Streets" plays at around 136 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Back On The Streets"?

The core progression is D, D7, Am, C, Cmaj7, and Gmaj/5, built around the G major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Back On The Streets"?

The recording features distorted electric guitars, driving bassline, driving drum kit, subtle synth pads, and male lead vocals.

Can I get a piano roll for "Back On The Streets"?

Yes. Songscription turns "Back On The Streets" by Saxon into an interactive piano roll you can play along with.

Is "Back On The Streets" piano tutorial easy to learn?

The piano roll shows every note of "Back On The Streets" falling onto the keys, and you can slow it right down so the fast parts come a few notes at a time. At 136 BPM in G major, it is very learnable once you ease off the speed.

What album is "Back On The Streets" on?

"Back On The Streets" appears on Back on the Streets (1985).

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