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Intermediate bass guitar tabs for "Babel" by Massive Attack, in B minor at about 158 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Tabs for "Babel" by Massive Attack

Preview of the intermediate bass guitar tab arrangement for “Babel” by Massive Attack.

Babel
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

Genretrip‑hop · downtempo · ambient electronic
Moodmelancholic · ethereal · introspective
Signatureethereal trip‑hop with a haunting vocal hook
B minor
Key
158
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

Bm
A7
Am7
D
C
B7
A
Amin/b3
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre‑ChorusChorusInstrumentalBridgeOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

synth pads
lush, atmospheric pads that fill the stereo field with a wide, immersive backdrop
vocals
female lead voice, breathy and ethereal, delivered in a soft, almost whispered style; heavily processed with reverb and delay to create a spacious, otherworldly texture
bass
deep, resonant synth bass that underpins the groove
drums
sparse, syncopated electronic drums with a deep, resonant kick and crisp hi‑hats
synth lead
a distinctive, slightly detuned synth melody that weaves through the mix, adding a haunting, melodic hook
Album & artist
ALBUM

Heligoland (2010)

Their fifth studio album, arriving seven years after its predecessor, marked Daddy G's return to the group and featured a wide cast of guest vocalists including Horace Andy, Damon Albarn, Hope Sandoval, and Guy Garvey. It was certified Gold in the UK.

All of Heligoland
Artist

Massive Attack

Massive Attack are a trip-hop collective from Bristol, England, formed in 1988 by Robert "3D" Del Naja, Grant "Daddy G" Marshall, Adrian "Tricky" Thaws, and Andrew "Mushroom" Vowles. They originated the genre's hypnotic sound, a darkly sensual and cinematic fusion of hip-hop rhythms, soulful melodies, dub grooves, and choice samples. Their work has influenced a wide range of artists and helped define the sound of British electronic music through the 1990s and beyond.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Babel" in?

"Babel" by Massive Attack is in B minor.

What is the tempo of "Babel"?

"Babel" plays at around 158 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Babel"?

The core progression is Bm, A7, Am7, D, C, and B7, built around the B minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "Babel"?

The recording features drums, bass, synth pads, synth lead, and vocals.

Can I get "Babel" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar tabs arrangement of "Babel" by Massive Attack, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Babel" bass guitar tabs easy to play?

"Babel" bass guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 158 BPM in B minor with 14 chords to navigate, the part leans toward the harder end. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "Babel" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar tabs for "Babel" 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 "Babel" on?

"Babel" appears on Heligoland (2010).

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