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Intermediate acoustic guitar tabs for "Reckless" by Judas Priest, in G♯ minor at about 136 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Tabs for "Reckless" by Judas Priest

Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar tab arrangement for “Reckless” by Judas Priest.

Reckless
Acoustic Guitar Tabs

Tab notationFretboard tab

The acoustic 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

GenreHeavy Metal · Thrash Metal · Speed Metal
Moodaggressive · furious · relentless
Signatureunstoppable thrash assault
G minor
Key
136
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

A
B
E
F
Am7
Emaj7
Am
Emaj/3
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-ChorusChorusVersePre-ChorusChorusGuitar SoloChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

distorted electric guitars
fast, intricate, palm‑muted riffs and soaring leads
drums
rapid double‑bass patterns and tight snare work
vocals
male, high‑pitched, raw, shouted delivery
bass guitar
tight, driving low end that locks with the drums
Album & artist
ALBUM

Turbo (1986)

Turbo was a deliberate move toward a more polished, radio-friendly sound, incorporating synthesized guitar effects that split opinion among fans at the time. It performed well commercially but remains one of their more divisive records.

All of Turbo
Artist

Judas Priest

Judas Priest are a heavy metal band from Birmingham, England, formed in 1969. They helped define the sound and look of heavy metal through the late 1970s and 1980s, building a catalog of hard-riffing records with Rob Halford's wide-ranging vocals at the center. Over more than five decades they have gone through lineup changes and stylistic shifts but remained one of the most influential acts in the genre.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Reckless" in?

"Reckless" by Judas Priest is in G♯ minor.

What is the tempo of "Reckless"?

"Reckless" plays at around 136 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Reckless"?

The core progression is A♭, B, E, F♯, A♭m7, and Emaj7, built around the G♯ minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "Reckless"?

The recording features distorted electric guitars, drums, bass guitar, and vocals.

Can I get "Reckless" acoustic guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar tabs arrangement of "Reckless" by Judas Priest, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Reckless" acoustic guitar tabs easy to play?

"Reckless" acoustic guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 136 BPM in G♯ minor with 13 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 "Reckless" acoustic guitar tabs?

Yes. The beginner acoustic guitar tabs for "Reckless" 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 "Reckless" on?

"Reckless" appears on Turbo (1986).

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