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Intermediate bass guitar tabs for "Don't Get Me Wrong" by Matchbox Twenty, in E major at about 143 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Tabs for "Don't Get Me Wrong" by Matchbox Twenty

Preview of the intermediate bass guitar tab arrangement for “Don't Get Me Wrong” by Matchbox Twenty.

Don't Get Me Wrong by Matchbox Twenty
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

Genrerock · alternative rock · pop rock
Moodenergetic · conflicted · melancholic
Signatureconflicted pop‑rock anthem
E major
Key
143
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

E
Amaj7
A
D
Amaj9
F♯m7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre‑ChorusChorusVersePre‑ChorusChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

vocals
male lead voice, clear and expressive, delivering the lyrics with a slightly strained, emotional timbre
drums
tight, punchy kit with a steady backbeat
bass guitar
solid, driving low end that locks with the drums
electric guitar
clean to lightly overdriven rhythm guitar, providing chordal texture and occasional melodic fills
synth pads
subtle atmospheric pads that add depth without overpowering the band
Album & artist
ALBUM

Where the Light Goes (2023)

All of Where the Light Goes
Artist

Matchbox Twenty

Matchbox Twenty is a rock band from Orlando, Florida, formed in 1995. The group plays pop rock with Rob Thomas on lead vocals, and built a large following through radio-friendly singles and consistent album releases throughout the late 1990s and 2000s. They have sold over 39 million albums worldwide.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Don't Get Me Wrong" in?

"Don't Get Me Wrong" by Matchbox Twenty is in E major.

What is the tempo of "Don't Get Me Wrong"?

"Don't Get Me Wrong" plays at around 143 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Don't Get Me Wrong"?

The core progression is E, Amaj7, A, D, Amaj9, and F♯m7, built around the E major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Don't Get Me Wrong"?

The recording features drums, electric guitar, bass guitar, synth pads, and vocals.

Can I get "Don't Get Me Wrong" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar tabs arrangement of "Don't Get Me Wrong" by Matchbox Twenty, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Don't Get Me Wrong" bass guitar tabs easy to play?

"Don't Get Me Wrong" bass guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 143 BPM in E major with 6 core chords, 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 "Don't Get Me Wrong" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar tabs for "Don't Get Me Wrong" 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 "Don't Get Me Wrong" on?

"Don't Get Me Wrong" appears on Where the Light Goes (2023).

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