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Intermediate acoustic guitar tabs for "The Truth" by Steve Lukather, in F minor at about 86 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Tabs for "The Truth" by Steve Lukather

Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar tab arrangement for “The Truth” by Steve Lukather.

The Truth
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

Genrerock · instrumental · progressive rock
Moodmelancholic · dramatic · epic
Signaturedramatic instrumental rock with soaring guitar solos
F minor
Key
86
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

Cm
Amaj9
Gmin9
Fmin9
E
Cmaj9
C
A
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-chorusChorusBridgeSoloOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

electric guitar
lead voice, expressive phrasing, soaring melodic lines
drums
dynamic, driving rock kit with powerful fills
bass guitar
solid, melodic foundation, often counterpointing the guitar
piano
rich harmonic texture, supporting chords and melodic fills
synth pads
ambient, atmospheric layers that add depth and space
Album & artist
ALBUM

Ever Changing Times (2008)

This is Lukather's fifth solo album and his first after departing Toto, released in early 2008. He co-wrote most of the material with Randy Goodrum, and the record features contributions from his son Trevor, his daughter, and a group of longtime collaborators.

All of Ever Changing Times
Artist

Steve Lukather

Steve Lukather is a guitarist, singer, songwriter, and producer from Los Angeles, born in 1957. He is the sole continuous founding member of Toto and has long worked across rock, pop, and session contexts, playing on more than 1,500 albums for a wide range of artists. His guitar style draws from blues-rock and jazz fusion, and he has contributed to recordings as a player, arranger, and writer throughout his career.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "The Truth" in?

"The Truth" by Steve Lukather is in F minor.

What is the tempo of "The Truth"?

"The Truth" plays at around 86 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "The Truth"?

The core progression is Cm, A♭maj9, Gmin9, Fmin9, E♭, and C♯maj9, built around the F minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "The Truth"?

The recording features electric guitar, drums, bass guitar, piano, and synth pads.

Can I get "The Truth" acoustic guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar tabs arrangement of "The Truth" by Steve Lukather, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "The Truth" acoustic guitar tabs easy to play?

"The Truth" acoustic guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 86 BPM in F minor with 19 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 "The Truth" acoustic guitar tabs?

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

"The Truth" appears on Ever Changing Times (2008).

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