- Contains complete lyrics
Song: |
Shock the Monkey [Radio Edit] |
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Instruments: |
Voice Piano Backup Vocals | |
Vocal Range: |
Bb3-A5 |
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Scoring: |
Piano/Vocal/Chords Singer Pro |
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Transposed Key: |
C Minor |
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Original Published Key: |
D Minor |
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Time Signature: |
4/4 |
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BPM: |
150 |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
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Product #:
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MN0145135_D2 |
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Price:
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$5.99
Includes 1 print + interactive copy with lifetime access in our free apps.
Each additional print is $4.99
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Pages: |
9 |
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Lyrics Begin:
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Cover me when I run. Cover me through the fire. Something knocked me out' the trees. |
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Arrangement Details
By: |
Peter Gabriel |
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Pages: |
9 |
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Form: |
Song |
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Instruments: |
Voice Piano Backup Vocals | |
Vocal Range: |
Bb3-A5 |
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Scorings: |
Piano/Vocal/Chords Singer Pro |
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Transposed Key: |
C Minor |
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Original Published Key: |
D Minor |
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Available Keys: |
D Minor (Orig), A Minor (-5), B Minor (-3), C Minor (-2), E Minor (+2), F# Minor (-8), G Minor (-7) |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0145135_D2 |
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Tempo: |
Moderately fast |
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Metronome: |
q = 150 |
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Time Signature: |
4/4 |
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Song Details
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Date: |
1982 |
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Publisher: |
EMI Music Publishing |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0145135_D2 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
Cover me when I run. Cover me through the fire. Something knocked me out' the trees. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The piano/vocal/chords edition of “Shock the Monkey” is in C minor. The originally published key is D minor. You can also purchase it in 6 other keys, each sold separately.
Can I print or download the sheet music?
Your purchase comes with 1 authorized print and an interactive copy you can access for life through the free Musicnotes apps. If you need a PDF, you can add one to your order at checkout.
Can I preview the score and hear it before buying?
You can preview the piano/vocal/chords score for “Shock the Monkey” and hear its playback on this page before choosing a key or purchase option. The playback follows the notation in this exact arrangement, helping you hear how the music is written before you buy.
What does this piano/vocal/chords arrangement include?
The piano/vocal/chords arrangement of “Shock the Monkey” is written for voice, piano and backup vocals, allowing one singer and one accompanist to perform it as written. Complete lyrics are included, so a singer can work from this copy alone.
What time signature is this version in?
The music is written in 4/4. Each measure contains four quarter-note beats.

About This Arrangement
“Shock the Monkey” by Peter Gabriel is offered as a piano/vocal/chords arrangement in instantly downloadable digital sheet music. The arrangement spans 9 pages. It's scored in C minor.
Transposition into 6 other keys is available. The tempo is moderately fast, at around 150 BPM. It's written for Voice, Piano and Backup Vocals.
For vocalists, contains complete lyrics. Its style is Art-Rock/Progressive. Musicnotes offers 2 arrangements of this song, across a range of instruments and skill levels.
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