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Intermediate double bass sheet music for "Bitter" by Lit, in B♭ minor at about 167 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Double Bass Sheet Music for "Bitter" by Lit

Preview of the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement for “Bitter” by Lit.

Bitter by Lit
Double Bass Sheet Music

Lit
Bass clefMid-staff range

The double bass part reads from bass clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrepunk rock · garage rock · indie rock
Moodangry · frustrated · energetic
Signatureraw, high‑energy punk with a garage‑rock edge
B minor
Key
167
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

F
C
C
E
B
F
A
C7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre‑ChorusChorusPost‑ChorusBridgeInstrumentalSoloBreakdownDropOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

distorted electric guitars
aggressive, power‑chord‑driven riffs
driving bassline
tight, syncopated, propelling the rhythm
fast, punchy drums
steady 4/4 beat with rapid snare hits and tight kick
male lead vocals
raw, slightly strained, shouted delivery
male backing vocals
harmonized shouts in the choruses
ambient crowd noise
live‑room ambience, adding a concert feel
Album & artist
ALBUM

Tripping the Light Fantastic (1997)

Tripping the Light Fantastic is the debut studio album by Lit, released on April 1, 1997, on Malicious Vinyl Records. It is a heavy and aggressive record that pulls from heavy metal, punk rock, power pop, folk, and grunge.

All of Tripping the Light Fantastic
Artist

Lit

Lit is a rock band from Orange County, California, formed in 1988 around brothers A. Jay and Jeremy Popoff. The group initially performed metal-influenced music, then shifted toward a spunky brand of punk-pop that became their signature sound. The band cycled through a couple of names before settling on Lit after signing with Malicious Vinyl in 1995.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Bitter" in?

"Bitter" by Lit is in B♭ minor.

What is the tempo of "Bitter"?

"Bitter" plays at around 167 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Bitter"?

The core progression is F, C♯, C, E♭, B♭, and F♯, built around the B♭ minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "Bitter"?

The recording features distorted electric guitars, driving bassline, fast, punchy drums, male lead vocals, male backing vocals, and ambient crowd noise.

Can I get "Bitter" double bass sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement of "Bitter" by Lit, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Bitter" double bass sheet music easy to play?

"Bitter" double bass sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 167 BPM in B♭ minor with 11 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 "Bitter" double bass sheet music?

Yes. The beginner double bass sheet music for "Bitter" 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 "Bitter" on?

"Bitter" appears on Tripping the Light Fantastic (1997).

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How accurate is the transcription?

It is produced by AI trained on millions of bars of music, and you can play it back and fine-tune any details before you download.

Is this transcription licensed?

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