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Intermediate bass guitar tabs for "Paradise Circus" by Massive Attack, in F minor at about 136 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Tabs for "Paradise Circus" by Massive Attack

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

Paradise Circus
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
Mooddark · melancholic · ethereal
Signaturedark, ethereal trip‑hop with a haunting female voice
F minor
Key
136
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

C
Cmaj/3
Fm
A
Fmin/5
Amaj/5
E
Amaj7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

synth pads
lush, sustained, atmospheric textures
female lead vocals
soft, breathy, melancholic timbre, intimate and expressive
electric bass
deep, resonant, round, syncopated groove
drums
sparse, heavy, reverberant beats with a slow, deliberate pulse
electric guitar
clean, reverb‑drenched, melodic lines that weave through the mix
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 "Paradise Circus" in?

"Paradise Circus" by Massive Attack is in F minor.

What is the tempo of "Paradise Circus"?

"Paradise Circus" plays at around 136 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Paradise Circus"?

The core progression is C, Cmaj/3, Fm, A♭, Fmin/5, and A♭maj/5, built around the F minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "Paradise Circus"?

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

Can I get "Paradise Circus" bass guitar tabs?

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

Is "Paradise Circus" bass guitar tabs easy to play?

"Paradise Circus" bass guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 136 BPM in F minor with 11 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 "Paradise Circus" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar tabs for "Paradise Circus" 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 "Paradise Circus" on?

"Paradise Circus" appears on Heligoland (2010).

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