1968Released
2:58

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Interesting facts and trivia about Spanish Caravan. By Songfacts®.

Doors guitarist Robby Krieger wrote this song, which showcases his talents on flamenco guitar, an instrument he started playing when he was 17. As for the lyrics... he's no Jim Morrison: Silver and gold in the mountains of Spain I have to see you again and again

The intro riff was taken from "Asturias," a classical piece by Spanish composer Isaac Albeniz (1860 - 1909).

Krieger played his guitar in a flamenco style. Some parts were processed through a fuzz box.

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Song Analysis

Key, BPM (tempo) and time signature of Spanish Caravan.
EKey
MinorMode
4/4Time Signature
139BPM

Album

The album Spanish Caravan is released on.

Released By

The record label that has released Spanish Caravan.
Rhino
© 1968 Elektra Entertainment for United States and WEA International Inc. for the world outside of the United States.
℗ 1968 Elektra Entertainment Group Inc. for the United States and WEA International Inc. for the world outside of the United States

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