Preview of the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement for “Holiday In My Head” by Smash Mouth.
The progression
Structure & dynamics
What's in the mix
Smash Mouth (2001)
Their third studio album, released in late 2001 on Interscope Records, it includes a cover of the Monkees' 'I'm a Believer', which also appeared on the Shrek soundtrack. It was the first album with drummer Michael Urbano.
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Smash Mouth is a rock band from San Jose, California, formed in 1994. They started out rooted in ska punk before shifting toward a catchier, hook-driven alternative pop-rock sound. They broke through in the late 1990s and became one of the more recognizable pop-rock acts of that era, partly through their association with the Shrek franchise.
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Good to know
What key is "Holiday In My Head" in?
"Holiday In My Head" by Smash Mouth is in C major.
What is the tempo of "Holiday In My Head"?
"Holiday In My Head" plays at around 125 BPM in 4/4 time.
What chords are in "Holiday In My Head"?
The core progression is N, G, F, Em, C, and D, built around the C major tonal center.
What instruments play on "Holiday In My Head"?
The recording features drums, bass, electric guitars, synth pads, and vocals.
Can I get "Holiday In My Head" bass guitar sheet music?
Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement of "Holiday In My Head" by Smash Mouth, transcribed by Songscription.
Is "Holiday In My Head" bass guitar sheet music easy to play?
"Holiday In My Head" bass guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 125 BPM in C major with 16 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 "Holiday In My Head" bass guitar sheet music?
Yes. The beginner bass guitar sheet music for "Holiday In My Head" 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 "Holiday In My Head" on?
"Holiday In My Head" appears on Smash Mouth (2001).
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