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Intermediate bass guitar tabs for "Eternity" by Lionel Richie, in D♭ major at about 97 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Tabs for "Eternity" by Lionel Richie

Preview of the intermediate bass guitar tab arrangement for “Eternity” by Lionel Richie.

Eternity by Lionel Richie
Bass Guitar Tabs

Tab notationFretboard tab

The bass 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

Genrepop · soul · R&B
Moodhopeful · uplifting · optimistic
Signaturehopeful anthem with soulful vocals and a classic pop arrangement
D major
Key
97
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

Cmaj7
Fm7
Bm7
E
A
Emaj/3
C
Asus4
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-ChorusChorusPost-ChorusBridgeInstrumentalOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

vocals
male lead voice with a smooth, soulful timbre, delivering the melody with expressive phrasing
drums
steady, driving drum kit with crisp snare and tight hi-hats
bass
round, syncopated bassline driving the groove
piano
bright, rhythmic piano chords and melodic fills
strings
lush, sweeping string pads that add emotional depth
synth pads
subtle, warm synth pads filling the background
Album & artist
ALBUM

Just Go (2009)

Just Go is Richie's tenth studio album, released on Island Records in 2009, with production handled largely by Tricky Stewart and the Norwegian duo StarGate, alongside contributions from Akon and David Foster. The record brought in outside writers including Ne-Yo, The-Dream, and Johntá Austin, giving it a contemporary R&B and pop sound.

All of Just Go
Artist

Lionel Richie

Lionel Richie grew up in Tuskegee, Alabama, and first made his name as lead vocalist of the Commodores before launching a solo career in the early 1980s. His music draws from soul and R&B, though he has long leaned into mainstream pop, producing a string of major hits across several decades. Beyond recording, he has also worked extensively as a songwriter and producer, with credits ranging from his own catalog to the charity single "We Are the World", which he co-wrote with Michael Jackson.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Eternity" in?

"Eternity" by Lionel Richie is in D♭ major.

What is the tempo of "Eternity"?

"Eternity" plays at around 97 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Eternity"?

The core progression is C♯maj7, Fm7, B♭m7, E♭, A♭, and E♭maj/3, built around the D♭ major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Eternity"?

The recording features drums, bass, piano, strings, synth pads, and vocals.

Can I get "Eternity" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar tabs arrangement of "Eternity" by Lionel Richie, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Eternity" bass guitar tabs easy to play?

"Eternity" bass guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 97 BPM in D♭ major 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 "Eternity" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar tabs for "Eternity" 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 "Eternity" on?

"Eternity" appears on Just Go (2009).

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