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Intermediate bass guitar tabs for "The Snake" by Al Wilson, in D minor at about 150 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Tabs for "The Snake" by Al Wilson

Preview of the intermediate bass guitar tab arrangement for “The Snake” by Al Wilson.

The Snake by Al Wilson
Bass Guitar Tabs

Tab notationFretboard tab

The bass guitar part reads as a fretboard tab, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genreblues · soul · R&B
Moodwarm · groovy · soulful
Signatureclassic blues‑soul storytelling with a modern groove
D minor
Key
150
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

N
Dm
A7
Dm7
Em
B7
Em
B7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

vocals
male lead voice, smooth and expressive, delivering the narrative with a soulful timbre
electric bass
round, syncopated bassline driving the groove
electric guitar
clean, rhythmic chordal strumming and occasional melodic fills
drums
steady, laid‑back drum kit with a solid backbeat and subtle ghost notes
organ
warm, sustained organ chords that fill the harmonic space
Album & artist
ALBUM

Searching for the Dolphins (1969)

All of Searching for the Dolphins
Artist

Al Wilson

Al Wilson was a soul singer born in Meridian, Mississippi in 1939 who later settled in California. He sang from childhood, starting with gospel quartets and church choirs before moving into rhythm and blues. His biggest commercial moment came with the number one pop hit 'Show and Tell,' though he also built a devoted following in Northern soul circles through tracks like 'The Snake.'

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "The Snake" in?

"The Snake" by Al Wilson is in D minor.

What is the tempo of "The Snake"?

"The Snake" plays at around 150 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "The Snake"?

The core progression is N, Dm, A7, Dm7, E♭m, and B♭7, built around the D minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "The Snake"?

The recording features electric guitar, electric bass, drums, organ, and vocals.

Can I get "The Snake" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar tabs arrangement of "The Snake" by Al Wilson, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "The Snake" bass guitar tabs easy to play?

"The Snake" bass guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 150 BPM in D minor with 8 chords to navigate, the part leans toward the harder end. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "The Snake" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar tabs for "The Snake" simplifies the busiest passages and rhythms while keeping the melody, so it is the easiest way to start. The intermediate and advanced arrangements are one tap away when you want more of the original.

What album is "The Snake" on?

"The Snake" appears on Searching for the Dolphins (1969).

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