Preview of the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement for “Bad Things” by Meiko.
The progression
Structure & dynamics
What's in the mix
Dear You (2014)
Dear You is Meiko's third studio album, released in early 2014 through Concord Music Group. It carries eleven acoustic-leaning folk-pop tracks and continues the intimate, personal tone that runs through most of her work.
All of Dear YouMeiko
Meiko is an American singer-songwriter born in Roberta, Georgia, who has spent much of her career based in London. She writes in a confessional style that sits somewhere between folk, pop, and acoustic indie, with lyrics that tend to be personal and direct. Her songs have been placed extensively in television, and she built a following largely through independent releases.
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Good to know
What key is "Bad Things" in?
"Bad Things" by Meiko is in C major.
What is the tempo of "Bad Things"?
"Bad Things" plays at around 125 BPM in 4/4 time.
What chords are in "Bad Things"?
The core progression is Am, C, Dm, Amin/b3, Fmaj/5, and F, built around the C major tonal center.
What instruments play on "Bad Things"?
The recording features acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass guitar, drums, synth pads, and vocals.
Can I get "Bad Things" double bass sheet music?
Yes. This is the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement of "Bad Things" by Meiko, transcribed by Songscription.
Is "Bad Things" double bass sheet music easy to play?
"Bad Things" double bass sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 125 BPM in C major with 10 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 "Bad Things" double bass sheet music?
Yes. The beginner double bass sheet music for "Bad Things" 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 "Bad Things" on?
"Bad Things" appears on Dear You (2014).
How does Songscription turn a song into sheet music?
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Yes. You get a downloadable PDF, plus in-app playback and the option to transpose or adjust the arrangement before you print.
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?
Yes. We have licensed this track from its publisher, so we are permitted to transcribe it and provide the sheet music to you.
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