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Intermediate acoustic guitar tabs for "Dying For Your Love" by Steve Vai, in G major at about 81 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Tabs for "Dying For Your Love" by Steve Vai

Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar tab arrangement for “Dying For Your Love” by Steve Vai.

Dying For Your Love by Steve Vai
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 · metal · instrumental
Moodintense · dramatic · epic
Signatureepic instrumental rock with virtuosic guitar work
G major
Key
81
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

G
Gm7
Gdim7
G°
Gm
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre‑chorusChorusBridgeSoloOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

distorted electric guitar
lead and rhythm guitar with heavy distortion, delivering fast, melodic solos and riff‑driven sections
drums
powerful, driving drum kit with double‑kick patterns and dynamic fills
bass guitar
tight, punchy bass that locks with the drums to form a solid rhythmic foundation
vocals
male lead vocals with a powerful, emotive timbre, delivered cleanly and with strong projection
synthesizer
ambient pads and subtle melodic lines that add depth and atmosphere
Album & artist
ALBUM

Real Illusions: Reflections (2005)

All of Real Illusions: Reflections
Artist

Steve Vai

Steve Vai is a guitarist, songwriter, and producer from Long Island, New York, who started playing at age 11 and studied under Joe Satriani before attending the Berklee College of Music. He worked with Frank Zappa in the early 1980s and later played with David Lee Roth and Whitesnake before building a long solo career rooted in rock and heavy metal. His solo records are known for technical guitar work, adventurous song structures, and a wide range of tones and textures.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Dying For Your Love" in?

"Dying For Your Love" by Steve Vai is in G major.

What is the tempo of "Dying For Your Love"?

"Dying For Your Love" plays at around 81 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Dying For Your Love"?

The core progression is G, Gm7, Gdim7, G°, and Gm, built around the G major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Dying For Your Love"?

The recording features distorted electric guitar, drums, bass guitar, synthesizer, and vocals.

Can I get "Dying For Your Love" acoustic guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar tabs arrangement of "Dying For Your Love" by Steve Vai, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Dying For Your Love" acoustic guitar tabs easy to play?

"Dying For Your Love" acoustic guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 81 BPM in G major 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 "Dying For Your Love" acoustic guitar tabs?

Yes. The beginner acoustic guitar tabs for "Dying For Your Love" 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 "Dying For Your Love" on?

"Dying For Your Love" appears on Real Illusions: Reflections (2005).

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