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Intermediate bass guitar tabs for "Tell Me So" by Kim Waters, in E minor at about 103 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Tabs for "Tell Me So" by Kim Waters

Preview of the intermediate bass guitar tab arrangement for “Tell Me So” by Kim Waters.

Tell Me So
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

Genrejazz · jazz fusion · smooth jazz
Moodsmooth · sophisticated · uplifting
Signaturegroovy jazz fusion with a polished, modern feel
E minor
Key
103
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

Em
Em7
Dmaj/2
Am7
Gmaj/3
D7
B7
G
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroHead (main theme)Solo sectionHead repriseOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

electric bass
round, syncopated, driving the groove
drums
tight, precise, providing a steady swing feel
electric piano
warm, lush chords and melodic fills
tenor saxophone
smooth, expressive lead voice, often improvising over the changes
electric guitar
clean, rhythmic comping and occasional melodic lines
synth pads
subtle, atmospheric background texture
Album & artist
ALBUM

In the Name of Love (2004)

Coming off back-to-back chart hits, Waters delivered a set that mixes original compositions with smooth urban covers, including a reworking of his own hit 'The Ride.' It kept him near the top of the contemporary jazz charts.

All of In the Name of Love
Artist

Kim Waters

Kim Waters is a smooth jazz saxophonist born in Havre de Grace, Maryland, who plays alto and soprano saxophone. His music sits at the intersection of contemporary jazz, R&B, and soul, with a style that leans toward romantic, melodic grooves. He started recording in the late 1980s and has been a consistent presence on the Billboard contemporary jazz charts ever since.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Tell Me So" in?

"Tell Me So" by Kim Waters is in E minor.

What is the tempo of "Tell Me So"?

"Tell Me So" plays at around 103 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Tell Me So"?

The core progression is Em, Em7, Dmaj/2, Am7, Gmaj/3, and D7, built around the E minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "Tell Me So"?

The recording features electric bass, drums, electric piano, tenor saxophone, electric guitar, and synth pads.

Can I get "Tell Me So" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar tabs arrangement of "Tell Me So" by Kim Waters, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Tell Me So" bass guitar tabs easy to play?

"Tell Me So" bass guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 103 BPM in E minor with 19 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 "Tell Me So" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar tabs for "Tell Me So" 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 "Tell Me So" on?

"Tell Me So" appears on In the Name of Love (2004).

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