Preview of the intermediate bass guitar tab arrangement for “Heavy” by Collective Soul.
The progression
Structure & dynamics
What's in the mix
Dosage (1999)
Dosage was the band's fourth studio album and continued the melodic hard rock style they had refined through the late 1990s. It includes some of their more introspective material from that period.
All of DosageCollective Soul
Collective Soul is a rock band from Stockbridge, Georgia, formed in 1992 and now based in Atlanta. They built their sound around hard rock guitar and radio-friendly hooks, growing out of the post-grunge wave of the early 1990s. The group is anchored by brothers Ed and Dean Roland, with Ed handling lead vocals and primary songwriting duties.
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Good to know
What key is "Heavy" in?
"Heavy" by Collective Soul is in D♭ major.
What is the tempo of "Heavy"?
"Heavy" plays at around 107 BPM in 4/4 time.
What chords are in "Heavy"?
The core progression is E♭, F♯, E♭7, C♯, A♭, and B, built around the D♭ major tonal center.
What instruments play on "Heavy"?
The recording features distorted electric guitars, driving bass guitar, acoustic drum kit, clean electric guitar, and subtle synth pads.
Can I get "Heavy" bass guitar tabs?
Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar tabs arrangement of "Heavy" by Collective Soul, transcribed by Songscription.
Is "Heavy" bass guitar tabs easy to play?
"Heavy" bass guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 107 BPM in D♭ major with 8 chords to navigate, the part sits at a comfortable intermediate level. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.
Is there an easy, beginner version of "Heavy" bass guitar tabs?
Yes. The beginner bass guitar tabs for "Heavy" 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 "Heavy" on?
"Heavy" appears on Dosage (1999).
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