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Intermediate bass guitar tabs for "Life Is A Lemon And I Want My Money Back" by Meat Loaf, in F♯ minor at about 91 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Tabs for "Life Is A Lemon And I Want My Money Back" by Meat Loaf

Preview of the intermediate bass guitar tab arrangement for “Life Is A Lemon And I Want My Money Back” by Meat Loaf.

Life Is A Lemon And I Want My Money Back by Meat Loaf
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

Genrerock · arena rock · power ballad
Mooddefiant · melancholic · anthemic
Signaturedefiant arena rock anthem
F♯ minor
Key
91
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

A
F♯m
D
A♭
Dmaj/3
Bm7
C♯
Bm
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-chorusChorusVersePre-chorusChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

drums
powerful, driving rock drums with a steady 4/4 beat
electric guitars
distorted rhythm guitars providing chunky power chords and melodic lead lines
bass guitar
solid, round bassline anchoring the harmony
piano
prominent, melodic piano part that adds a classic rock ballad texture
vocals
male lead vocals with a powerful, slightly raspy timbre, delivering the lyrics with emotional intensity
Album & artist
ALBUM

Bat Out of Hell II: Back Into Hell… (1993)

All of Bat Out of Hell II: Back Into Hell…
Artist

Meat Loaf

Meat Loaf, born Marvin Lee Aday in Dallas, Texas in 1947, was an American rock singer and actor whose powerful, wide-ranging voice set him apart from most of his contemporaries. He worked closely with songwriter Jim Steinman across much of his career, producing bombastic, operatic rock that drew on theatrical and cinematic influences. His albums have sold well over 100 million copies worldwide, placing him among the best-selling music artists of all time.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Life Is A Lemon And I Want My Money Back" in?

"Life Is A Lemon And I Want My Money Back" by Meat Loaf is in F♯ minor.

What is the tempo of "Life Is A Lemon And I Want My Money Back"?

"Life Is A Lemon And I Want My Money Back" plays at around 91 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Life Is A Lemon And I Want My Money Back"?

The core progression is A, F♯m, D, A♭, Dmaj/3, and Bm7, built around the F♯ minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "Life Is A Lemon And I Want My Money Back"?

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

Can I get "Life Is A Lemon And I Want My Money Back" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar tabs arrangement of "Life Is A Lemon And I Want My Money Back" by Meat Loaf, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Life Is A Lemon And I Want My Money Back" bass guitar tabs easy to play?

"Life Is A Lemon And I Want My Money Back" bass guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 91 BPM in F♯ minor with 11 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 "Life Is A Lemon And I Want My Money Back" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar tabs for "Life Is A Lemon And I Want My Money Back" 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 "Life Is A Lemon And I Want My Money Back" on?

"Life Is A Lemon And I Want My Money Back" appears on Bat Out of Hell II: Back Into Hell… (1993).

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