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Interactive piano tutorial for "Breathe" by Collective Soul, in E major at about 86 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Slow it down to learn it at your own pace.

Interactive piano roll preview for "Breathe" by Collective Soul
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Preview of the interactive piano roll for “Breathe” by Collective Soul.

Breathe by Collective Soul
Piano Tutorial

Piano rollFalling notes

This interactive piano roll is a play-along piano tutorial for "Breathe" by Collective Soul, and one of the simplest ways to learn the song on piano. Every note falls onto the keyboard so you can see exactly what to play and when, and you can slow it right down to work through the fast parts before building back up to full speed.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrerock · alternative rock · indie rock
Mooduplifting · energetic · hopeful
Signatureanthemic indie rock anthem
E major
Key
86
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

E
A
Em
F♯7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-ChorusChorusPost-ChorusBridgeInstrumentalSoloBreakdownDropOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

drums
tight, punchy kit with a driving 4/4 groove
vocals
male lead voice, clear and melodic with a slightly raw edge; delivered in an anthemic, sing‑along style
electric guitar
clean to lightly overdriven rhythm guitar, providing chordal texture and melodic fills
bass guitar
round, syncopated bassline driving the groove
synth pads
subtle atmospheric pads that add depth and a modern sheen
Album & artist
ALBUM

Hints Allegations and Things Left Unsaid (1993)

The band's debut, originally released on the independent label Rising Storm Records, introduced Ed Roland's songwriting to a wider audience after tracks from it got significant radio play. It laid the groundwork for the major-label success that followed.

All of Hints Allegations and Things Left Unsaid
Artist

Collective Soul

Collective Soul is a rock band from Stockbridge, Georgia, formed in 1992 and now based in Atlanta. They built their sound around hard rock guitar and radio-friendly hooks, growing out of the post-grunge wave of the early 1990s. The group is anchored by brothers Ed and Dean Roland, with Ed handling lead vocals and primary songwriting duties.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Breathe" in?

"Breathe" by Collective Soul is in E major.

What is the tempo of "Breathe"?

"Breathe" plays at around 86 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Breathe"?

The core progression is E, A, Em, and F♯7, built around the E major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Breathe"?

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

Can I get a piano roll for "Breathe"?

Yes. Songscription turns "Breathe" by Collective Soul into an interactive piano roll you can play along with.

Is "Breathe" piano tutorial easy to learn?

The piano roll shows every note of "Breathe" falling onto the keys, and you can slow it right down so the fast parts come a few notes at a time. At 86 BPM in E major, it is friendly to pick up.

What album is "Breathe" on?

"Breathe" appears on Hints Allegations and Things Left Unsaid (1993).

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Piano, guitar, violin, trumpet, sax, bass, drums, vocals and more, as standard sheet music, a piano roll, or guitar tabs.

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