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Intermediate double bass sheet music for "Someone's Waiting For You" by Lea Salonga, in A minor at about 94 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Double Bass Sheet Music for "Someone's Waiting For You" by Lea Salonga

Preview of the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement for “Someone's Waiting For You” by Lea Salonga.

Someone's Waiting For You by Lea Salonga
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

Genrepop · adult contemporary · soft rock
Moodhopeful · comforting · inspirational
Signaturegentle acoustic ballad with a warm, intimate feel
A minor
Key
94
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

C
Dm7
Gmaj/3
Em
Am
Amin/b7
D7
Fmaj7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre‑chorusChorusVersePre‑chorusChorusBridgeFinal chorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

vocals
female lead voice, clear and warm, delivering the melody with expressive phrasing
acoustic guitar
soft, finger‑picked arpeggios providing the harmonic foundation
strings
lush, sustained pads that swell during choruses and bridge
piano
light, melodic accompaniment that adds gentle color
bass guitar
warm, supportive low end that underpins the harmony
drums
subtle, brushed or lightly tapped kit that keeps a steady, unobtrusive pulse
Album & artist
ALBUM

I'd Like to Teach the World to Sing (1997)

Her fifth studio album, it mixes older and new recordings and includes the top-ten single 'Top of the World'. The record went gold within six months of release, though critics gave it a mixed reception.

All of I'd Like to Teach the World to Sing
Artist

Lea Salonga

Lea Salonga is a Filipina singer and actress born in Manila in 1971 who works across musical theatre, pop, and film. She won a Tony Award for originating the role of Kim in Miss Saigon on Broadway and later provided the singing voices of Princess Jasmine and Fa Mulan for Disney. She has been recording albums since childhood and performing on international stages for decades.

All Lea Salonga songs
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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Someone's Waiting For You" in?

"Someone's Waiting For You" by Lea Salonga is in A minor.

What is the tempo of "Someone's Waiting For You"?

"Someone's Waiting For You" plays at around 94 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Someone's Waiting For You"?

The core progression is C, Dm7, Gmaj/3, Em, Am, and Amin/b7, built around the A minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "Someone's Waiting For You"?

The recording features acoustic guitar, piano, bass guitar, drums, strings, and vocals.

Can I get "Someone's Waiting For You" double bass sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement of "Someone's Waiting For You" by Lea Salonga, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Someone's Waiting For You" double bass sheet music easy to play?

"Someone's Waiting For You" double bass sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 94 BPM in A minor with 41 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 "Someone's Waiting For You" double bass sheet music?

Yes. The beginner double bass sheet music for "Someone's Waiting For You" 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 "Someone's Waiting For You" on?

"Someone's Waiting For You" appears on I'd Like to Teach the World to Sing (1997).

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?

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