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Intermediate acoustic guitar tabs for "Atlas Air" by Massive Attack, in C♯ minor at about 107 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Tabs for "Atlas Air" by Massive Attack

Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar tab arrangement for “Atlas Air” by Massive Attack.

Atlas Air
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

Genretrip‑hop · downtempo · ambient electronic
Mooddark · mysterious · hypnotic
Signatureatmospheric trip‑hop with a brooding, cinematic feel
C♯ minor
Key
107
BPM
2/4
Time
Chords

The progression

A
C♯m
C♯m7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre‑ChorusChorusInstrumentalBridgeOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

drums
tight, syncopated electronic drum pattern with a deep, resonant kick and crisp hi‑hats
bass
deep, resonant synth bass that underpins the groove
synth pads
lush, atmospheric pads that fill the stereo field with a wide, immersive backdrop
synth lead
a melancholic, slightly detuned synth melody that weaves in and out of the mix
vocals
male spoken‑word delivery, deep and resonant, heavily processed with reverb and delay to create a distant, ethereal quality
Album & artist
ALBUM

Heligoland (2010)

Their fifth studio album, arriving seven years after its predecessor, marked Daddy G's return to the group and featured a wide cast of guest vocalists including Horace Andy, Damon Albarn, Hope Sandoval, and Guy Garvey. It was certified Gold in the UK.

All of Heligoland
Artist

Massive Attack

Massive Attack are a trip-hop collective from Bristol, England, formed in 1988 by Robert "3D" Del Naja, Grant "Daddy G" Marshall, Adrian "Tricky" Thaws, and Andrew "Mushroom" Vowles. They originated the genre's hypnotic sound, a darkly sensual and cinematic fusion of hip-hop rhythms, soulful melodies, dub grooves, and choice samples. Their work has influenced a wide range of artists and helped define the sound of British electronic music through the 1990s and beyond.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Atlas Air" in?

"Atlas Air" by Massive Attack is in C♯ minor.

What is the tempo of "Atlas Air"?

"Atlas Air" plays at around 107 BPM in 2/4 time.

What chords are in "Atlas Air"?

The core progression is A, C♯m, and C♯m7, built around the C♯ minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "Atlas Air"?

The recording features drums, bass, synth pads, synth lead, and vocals.

Can I get "Atlas Air" acoustic guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar tabs arrangement of "Atlas Air" by Massive Attack, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Atlas Air" acoustic guitar tabs easy to play?

"Atlas Air" acoustic guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 107 BPM in C♯ minor with 3 core chords, the part stays friendly for newer players. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "Atlas Air" acoustic guitar tabs?

Yes. The beginner acoustic guitar tabs for "Atlas Air" 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 "Atlas Air" on?

"Atlas Air" appears on Heligoland (2010).

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