Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement for “Area Code 51” by Geezer Butler.
The progression
Structure & dynamics
What's in the mix
Manipulations of the Mind: The Complete Collection (2021)
Geezer Butler
Geezer Butler is an English bassist and lyricist born on 17 July 1949 in Birmingham, England. He is the founding bassist of Black Sabbath, one of the most influential heavy metal bands ever, and his downtuned, melodic playing style shaped the sound of countless bass players who followed. Outside of Black Sabbath, he has recorded with GZR, Ozzy Osbourne, Heaven and Hell, and Deadland Ritual.
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Good to know
What key is "Area Code 51" in?
"Area Code 51" by Geezer Butler is in D major.
What is the tempo of "Area Code 51"?
"Area Code 51" plays at around 158 BPM in 4/4 time.
What chords are in "Area Code 51"?
The core progression is D, F♯m, F, Bm, F♯, and B, built around the D major tonal center.
What instruments play on "Area Code 51"?
The recording features distorted electric guitars, driving bass guitar, driving drums, and harsh male vocals.
Can I get "Area Code 51" acoustic guitar sheet music?
Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement of "Area Code 51" by Geezer Butler, transcribed by Songscription.
Is "Area Code 51" acoustic guitar sheet music easy to play?
"Area Code 51" acoustic guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 158 BPM in D major with 8 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 "Area Code 51" acoustic guitar sheet music?
Yes. The beginner acoustic guitar sheet music for "Area Code 51" 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 "Area Code 51" on?
"Area Code 51" appears on Manipulations of the Mind: The Complete Collection (2021).
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