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Intermediate acoustic guitar tabs for "Good, Bad But Beautiful" by Shirley Bassey, in B♭ major at about 97 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Tabs for "Good, Bad But Beautiful" by Shirley Bassey

Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar tab arrangement for “Good, Bad But Beautiful” by Shirley Bassey.

Good, Bad But Beautiful by Shirley Bassey
Acoustic Guitar Tabs

Tab notationFretboard tab

The acoustic 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

Genrepop · easy listening · jazz
Moodwarm · reflective · hopeful
Signatureclassic lounge ballad with a modern pop sensibility
B♭ major
Key
97
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

C♯maj7
F♯
F
Cm
F7
B♭maj7
B♭7
Cm7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-chorusChorusVersePre-chorusChorusBridgeFinal chorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

piano
rich, resonant, carries the main harmonic and melodic material
vocals
female lead, clear and expressive, delivering the lyrics with a warm, intimate timbre
bass
smooth, melodic, provides a warm, supportive foundation
strings
lush, sweeping pads that add depth and emotional color
drums
light, brushed kit with subtle swing, keeps a gentle pulse
Album & artist
ALBUM

Good, Bad but Beautiful (1975)

Released in autumn 1975, the album spent seven weeks on the UK Albums Chart, peaking at number 13, and earned a silver disc. It mixes contemporary songs with standards and torch songs, the combination that had driven her commercial resurgence earlier in the decade.

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Artist

Shirley Bassey

Shirley Bassey was born on January 8, 1937, in Tiger Bay, Cardiff, Wales, and grew up to become one of Britain's most celebrated singers. She works primarily in pop, torch songs, and big-band standards, with a powerful belting voice that made her a fixture on the UK charts across several decades. She is also widely recognized for recording three James Bond film themes, including Goldfinger (1964), Diamonds Are Forever (1971), and Moonraker (1979).

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Good, Bad But Beautiful" in?

"Good, Bad But Beautiful" by Shirley Bassey is in B♭ major.

What is the tempo of "Good, Bad But Beautiful"?

"Good, Bad But Beautiful" plays at around 97 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Good, Bad But Beautiful"?

The core progression is C♯maj7, F♯, F, Cm, F7, and B♭maj7, built around the B♭ major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Good, Bad But Beautiful"?

The recording features piano, bass, drums, strings, and vocals.

Can I get "Good, Bad But Beautiful" acoustic guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar tabs arrangement of "Good, Bad But Beautiful" by Shirley Bassey, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Good, Bad But Beautiful" acoustic guitar tabs easy to play?

"Good, Bad But Beautiful" acoustic guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 97 BPM in B♭ major with 22 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 "Good, Bad But Beautiful" acoustic guitar tabs?

Yes. The beginner acoustic guitar tabs for "Good, Bad But Beautiful" 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 "Good, Bad But Beautiful" on?

"Good, Bad But Beautiful" appears on Good, Bad but Beautiful (1975).

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