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Intermediate bass guitar sheet music for "Cosmic Cowboy" by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, in E major at about 136 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Sheet Music for "Cosmic Cowboy" by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band

Preview of the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement for “Cosmic Cowboy” by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band.

Cosmic Cowboy by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
Bass Guitar Sheet Music

Bass clefMid-staff range

The bass guitar 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

Genrecountry · rock · blues
Moodenergetic · rebellious · raw
SignatureCosmic Cowboy anthem with gritty vocals and a driving rhythm section
E major
Key
136
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

E
A
F♯m7
B
Amaj7
A♭m7
Emaj7
C♯m7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusInstrumental BreakChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

electric guitar
crunchy, overdriven lead and rhythm parts
vocals
male lead with a raw, slightly raspy timbre, delivering the lyrics with a confident, swaggering style
drums
steady, punchy backbeat with a solid snare and kick
bass guitar
tight, driving low end that locks with the drums
harmonica
bluesy, wailing fills and solo lines
Album & artist
ALBUM

Stars & Stripes Forever (1995)

A mixed collection of live and studio recordings that draws on the band's deep roots in country and folk material, featuring tracks recorded across multiple concerts as well as new studio cuts. It captures the band playing firmly in a traditional country mode, with guest contributions from fiddle player Vassar Clements adding to the acoustic, roots-driven feel.

All of Stars & Stripes Forever
Artist

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band is a country and folk rock group founded in Long Beach, California in 1966 by Jeff Hanna and Jimmie Fadden, with an early lineup that briefly included Jackson Browne. They started out in the jug band and folk revival scene before moving into country rock and eventually mainstream country, building a career that has stretched across six decades. Their 1972 triple album Will the Circle Be Unbroken, recorded with bluegrass and country legends, remains their most celebrated work and helped bridge the gap between rock audiences and traditional American music.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Cosmic Cowboy" in?

"Cosmic Cowboy" by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band is in E major.

What is the tempo of "Cosmic Cowboy"?

"Cosmic Cowboy" plays at around 136 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Cosmic Cowboy"?

The core progression is E, A, F♯m7, B, Amaj7, and A♭m7, built around the E major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Cosmic Cowboy"?

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

Can I get "Cosmic Cowboy" bass guitar sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement of "Cosmic Cowboy" by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Cosmic Cowboy" bass guitar sheet music easy to play?

"Cosmic Cowboy" bass guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 136 BPM in E major with 8 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 "Cosmic Cowboy" bass guitar sheet music?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar sheet music for "Cosmic Cowboy" 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 "Cosmic Cowboy" on?

"Cosmic Cowboy" appears on Stars & Stripes Forever (1995).

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