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Interactive piano tutorial for "Bitter" by Nine Days, in D major at about 86 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Slow it down to learn it at your own pace.

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Bitter by Nine Days
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Piano rollFalling notes

This interactive piano roll is a play-along piano tutorial for "Bitter" by Nine Days, and one of the simplest ways to learn the song on piano. Every note falls onto the keyboard so you can see exactly what to play and when, and you can slow it right down to work through the fast parts before building back up to full speed.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genreindie rock · alternative rock · post‑punk revival
Moodmelancholic · defiant · angsty
Signaturedefiant indie anthem with a driving post‑punk edge
D major
Key
86
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

D
Dmaj7
Bm
Dmaj/3
Gsus2
C♯°
A7
A
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre‑chorusChorusVersePre‑chorusChorusBridgeInstrumental breakFinal chorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

electric guitar
clean arpeggiated chords in the intro, then distorted power‑chord riffs and melodic lead lines in verses and choruses
bass guitar
prominent, melodic, and driving, often playing syncopated lines that lock with the drums
drums
steady rock beat with a strong backbeat, accenting the chorus with open hi‑hats and occasional fills
vocals
male lead, clear and slightly raw timbre, delivered with an emotive, angsty style; clean singing throughout
synth pads
subtle atmospheric pads that add depth and a slight ambient texture in the background
Album & artist
ALBUM

The Madding Crowd (2000)

Their major-label debut on Epic Records, the album produced the hit single 'Absolutely (Story of a Girl)' and reached number 67 on the Billboard 200. It is a collection of songs centered on personal relationships, delivered in a straightforward, guitar-forward style.

All of The Madding Crowd
Artist

Nine Days

Nine Days is a rock band from St. James, Long Island, New York, formed in 1994 by John Hampson and Brian Desveaux. They spent several years building an audience independently, releasing records on their own before signing to a major label. Their music draws on influences like Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen, leaning toward guitar-driven pop rock with a strong emphasis on songwriting.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Bitter" in?

"Bitter" by Nine Days is in D major.

What is the tempo of "Bitter"?

"Bitter" plays at around 86 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Bitter"?

The core progression is D, Dmaj7, Bm, Dmaj/3, Gsus2, and C♯°, built around the D major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Bitter"?

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

Can I get a piano roll for "Bitter"?

Yes. Songscription turns "Bitter" by Nine Days into an interactive piano roll you can play along with.

Is "Bitter" piano tutorial easy to learn?

The piano roll shows every note of "Bitter" falling onto the keys, and you can slow it right down so the fast parts come a few notes at a time. At 86 BPM in D major, it is very learnable once you ease off the speed.

What album is "Bitter" on?

"Bitter" appears on The Madding Crowd (2000).

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