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Intermediate double bass sheet music for "Bomba" by Angélique Kidjo, in E♭ major at about 103 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Double Bass Sheet Music for "Bomba" by Angélique Kidjo

Preview of the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement for “Bomba” by Angélique Kidjo.

Bomba by Angélique Kidjo
Double Bass Sheet Music

Bass clefMid-staff range

The double bass part reads from bass clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

GenreAfrobeat · Funk · World Music
MoodEnergetic · Celebratory · Groovy
SignatureAfrobeat funk anthem with a driving groove
E major
Key
103
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

E7
B
C
A
Bmaj7
E
B
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusInstrumentalChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

drums
tight, syncopated drum kit with crisp snare and punchy kick
bass
round, syncopated bassline driving the groove
vocals
female lead voice with a strong, clear, soulful timbre, delivering melodic lines with expressive phrasing
electric guitar
clean, rhythmic electric guitar playing percussive chord stabs
percussion
layered shakers, congas, and auxiliary percussion adding Afro‑centric texture
Album & artist
ALBUM

Eve (2014)

Eve was conceived as a tribute to women, taking its title from Kidjo's own mother, whose voice appears on the album. It features a wide range of guest collaborators and draws on the warmth and freedom that have long defined Kidjo's vocal style.

All of Eve
Artist

Angélique Kidjo

Angélique Kidjo is a singer from Benin, born in Ouidah in 1960, who has built a career weaving together West African rhythms, jazz, Afropop, Caribbean, and Latin styles across more than a dozen albums. She sings in multiple languages, including Fon, French, and English, and has won several Grammy Awards for her work. Beyond music, she has long served as a UNICEF goodwill ambassador.

All Angélique Kidjo songs
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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Bomba" in?

"Bomba" by Angélique Kidjo is in E♭ major.

What is the tempo of "Bomba"?

"Bomba" plays at around 103 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Bomba"?

The core progression is E♭7, B, C♯, A♭, B♭maj7, and E♭, built around the E♭ major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Bomba"?

The recording features drums, bass, electric guitar, percussion, and vocals.

Can I get "Bomba" double bass sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement of "Bomba" by Angélique Kidjo, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Bomba" double bass sheet music easy to play?

"Bomba" double bass sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 103 BPM in E♭ major with 7 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 "Bomba" double bass sheet music?

Yes. The beginner double bass sheet music for "Bomba" 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 "Bomba" on?

"Bomba" appears on Eve (2014).

How does Songscription turn a song into sheet music?

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

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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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