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Intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music for "Eileen" by Skid Row, in E major at about 115 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Sheet Music for "Eileen" by Skid Row

Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement for “Eileen” by Skid Row.

Eileen by Skid Row
Acoustic Guitar Sheet Music

Treble clefMid-staff range

The acoustic guitar part reads from treble clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrerock · alternative rock · post‑grunge
Moodmelancholic · introspective · dramatic
SignatureEileen’s haunting call, layered guitars, and a brooding atmosphere
E major
Key
115
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

E
B♭
F
G
C
Fsus4
Esus4
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre‑ChorusChorusPost‑ChorusBridgeInstrumentalSoloBreakdownDropOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

distorted electric guitars
powerful, layered, often panned wide, providing the main harmonic and melodic drive
driving bassline
round, syncopated, anchoring the groove and adding depth
dynamic drum kit
crisp snare, punchy kick, and expressive fills that shift the intensity between sections
reverb‑treated vocals
male lead voice, clear and emotive, with a slightly strained timbre that conveys longing
subtle synth pads
ambient, low‑level textures that enhance the melancholic mood without overpowering the rock core
Album & artist
ALBUM

Subhuman Race (1995)

The third Skid Row studio album, released on Atlantic Records on March 28, 1995, it turned out to be the last record with singer Sebastian Bach and drummer Rob Affuso. It received positive reviews but sold less than the band's earlier work, arriving during a period when hard rock had lost much of its commercial footing.

All of Subhuman Race
Artist

Skid Row

Skid Row is a heavy metal and hard rock band formed in 1986 in Toms River, New Jersey, by bassist Rachel Bolan and guitarist Dave Sabo. They built their reputation on aggressive guitar work and the powerful vocals of singer Sebastian Bach, scoring multi-platinum records with their first two albums in the late 1980s and early 1990s. The band has gone through several lineup changes over the decades but has remained active, putting out music into the 2020s.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Eileen" in?

"Eileen" by Skid Row is in E major.

What is the tempo of "Eileen"?

"Eileen" plays at around 115 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Eileen"?

The core progression is E, B♭, F, G, C, and Fsus4, built around the E major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Eileen"?

The recording features distorted electric guitars, driving bassline, dynamic drum kit, subtle synth pads, and reverb‑treated vocals.

Can I get "Eileen" acoustic guitar sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement of "Eileen" by Skid Row, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Eileen" acoustic guitar sheet music easy to play?

"Eileen" acoustic guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 115 BPM in E major with 7 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 "Eileen" acoustic guitar sheet music?

Yes. The beginner acoustic guitar sheet music for "Eileen" 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 "Eileen" on?

"Eileen" appears on Subhuman Race (1995).

How does Songscription turn a song into sheet music?

Give it a recording, a YouTube link or an audio file, and its AI transcribes that performance into notation for the instrument and level you choose.

Can I get sheet music for a live or cover version?

Yes. The score is generated from whatever recording you pick, so a live take, a remix, or a cover each match that exact performance.

What instruments and formats are available?

Piano, guitar, violin, trumpet, sax, bass, drums, vocals and more, as standard sheet music, a piano roll, or guitar tabs.

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Yes. You get a downloadable PDF, plus in-app playback and the option to transpose or adjust the arrangement before you print.

How accurate is the transcription?

It is produced by AI trained on millions of bars of music, and you can play it back and fine-tune any details before you download.

Is this transcription licensed?

Yes. We have licensed this track from its publisher, so we are permitted to transcribe it and provide the sheet music to you.

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