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Intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music for "The Sad Songs" by Jason Aldean, in E♭ major at about 73 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Sheet Music for "The Sad Songs" by Jason Aldean

Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement for “The Sad Songs” by Jason Aldean.

The Sad Songs
Acoustic Guitar Sheet Music

Treble clefMid-staff range

The acoustic guitar part reads from treble clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrecountry · country-rock · pop-country
Moodmelancholic · reflective · romantic
Signaturesad country ballad with a modern pop sheen
E major
Key
73
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

E
A
B
Cm
Emaj7
Cm7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-chorusChorusVersePre-chorusChorusBridgeFinal chorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

vocals
male lead voice, clear and emotive, delivering the lyrics with a heartfelt, slightly raspy timbre
acoustic guitar
strummed rhythm and melodic fills
bass guitar
solid, supportive low end that locks with the drums
drums
steady, mid-tempo backbeat with a warm snare and brushed hi-hats
electric guitar
clean arpeggios and subtle lead lines
synth pads
soft, atmospheric layers that fill the background
Album & artist
ALBUM

MACON (2021)

MACON is the first half of a two-part project named for and inspired by Aldean's Georgia hometown. It leans on nostalgic, Southern-rooted themes, with 'If I Didn't Love You,' a duet with Carrie Underwood, becoming one of his biggest hits in years.

All of MACON
Artist

Jason Aldean

Jason Aldean is a country singer from Macon, Georgia who has recorded for Broken Bow Records (now BBR Music Group) since 2005. His music sits at the harder, rock-leaning edge of mainstream country, and he has placed dozens of singles at the top of the Billboard country charts over his career. He is one of the best-selling country acts of the 21st century, with well over 20 million albums sold.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "The Sad Songs" in?

"The Sad Songs" by Jason Aldean is in E♭ major.

What is the tempo of "The Sad Songs"?

"The Sad Songs" plays at around 73 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "The Sad Songs"?

The core progression is E♭, A♭, B♭, Cm, E♭maj7, and Cm7, built around the E♭ major tonal center.

What instruments play on "The Sad Songs"?

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

Can I get "The Sad Songs" acoustic guitar sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement of "The Sad Songs" by Jason Aldean, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "The Sad Songs" acoustic guitar sheet music easy to play?

"The Sad Songs" acoustic guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 73 BPM in E♭ major with 6 core chords, the part stays friendly for newer players. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "The Sad Songs" acoustic guitar sheet music?

Yes. The beginner acoustic guitar sheet music for "The Sad Songs" 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 "The Sad Songs" on?

"The Sad Songs" appears on MACON (2021).

How does Songscription turn a song into sheet music?

Give it a recording, a YouTube link or an audio file, and its AI transcribes that performance into notation for the instrument and level you choose.

Can I get sheet music for a live or cover version?

Yes. The score is generated from whatever recording you pick, so a live take, a remix, or a cover each match that exact performance.

What instruments and formats are available?

Piano, guitar, violin, trumpet, sax, bass, drums, vocals and more, as standard sheet music, a piano roll, or guitar tabs.

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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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