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Intermediate acoustic guitar tabs for "Holly" by Nick Waterhouse, in F♯ 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 "Holly" by Nick Waterhouse

Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar tab arrangement for “Holly” by Nick Waterhouse.

Holly by Nick Waterhouse
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

Genreblues · rock · indie rock
Moodcool · groovy · slightly mysterious
Signaturecool, groovy, slightly mysterious indie blues-rock
F♯ minor
Key
136
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

C♯
F♯m
E
C♯7
E7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-ChorusChorusPost-ChorusInstrumentalBridgeOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

electric guitar
clean, slightly overdriven, playing syncopated, melodic riffs and occasional lead lines
bass guitar
round, syncopated, driving the groove
drums
steady, tight, with a crisp snare and subtle hi-hat work
vocals
male lead, smooth and slightly detached, delivered in a conversational, almost spoken style
organ
warm, sustained chords and melodic fills that add a soulful texture
Album & artist
ALBUM

Holly (2014)

His second album was produced alongside Kevin Augunas and features songwriting collaborations with Ty Segall, along with covers of tracks by Young Holt Trio and Mose Allison. It stretches his R&B foundation a little further, incorporating more varied tempos and a slightly broader sonic palette while keeping the retro feel intact.

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Artist

Nick Waterhouse

Nick Waterhouse is a singer-songwriter and guitarist from Southern California, born in Santa Ana and raised in Huntington Beach. His music is rooted in rhythm and blues, soul, and jazz, drawing heavily on the sounds of 1950s and early 1960s American R&B. He is also a Grammy award-winning record producer, and his work consistently leans into a raw, vintage aesthetic that sets him apart from most contemporary artists.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Holly" in?

"Holly" by Nick Waterhouse is in F♯ minor.

What is the tempo of "Holly"?

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

What chords are in "Holly"?

The core progression is C♯, F♯m, E, C♯7, and E7, built around the F♯ minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "Holly"?

The recording features electric guitar, bass guitar, drums, organ, and vocals.

Can I get "Holly" acoustic guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar tabs arrangement of "Holly" by Nick Waterhouse, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Holly" acoustic guitar tabs easy to play?

"Holly" acoustic guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 136 BPM in F♯ minor with 5 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 "Holly" acoustic guitar tabs?

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

"Holly" appears on Holly (2014).

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