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Intermediate bass guitar sheet music for "Paint Me Your Face" by Steve Vai, in D major at about 73 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Sheet Music for "Paint Me Your Face" by Steve Vai

Preview of the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement for “Paint Me Your Face” by Steve Vai.

Paint Me Your Face
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

Genrerock · metal · instrumental
Moodintense · dramatic · virtuosic
Signatureinstrumental rock virtuoso
D major
Key
73
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

D
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-ChorusChorusPost-ChorusBridgeInstrumentalSoloBreakdownDropOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

distorted electric guitar
lead and rhythm guitar with heavy distortion, delivering fast, intricate riffs and soaring solos
drums
powerful, driving drum kit with double‑kick patterns and complex fills
bass guitar
tight, punchy bassline that locks with the drums to form a solid rhythmic foundation
synth pads
subtle atmospheric pads that add depth and texture without detracting from the guitar focus
electric piano
occasionally heard in the background, providing harmonic color and occasional melodic fills
Album & artist
ALBUM

Where the Wild Things Are (2009)

All of Where the Wild Things Are
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 "Paint Me Your Face" in?

"Paint Me Your Face" by Steve Vai is in D major.

What is the tempo of "Paint Me Your Face"?

"Paint Me Your Face" plays at around 73 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Paint Me Your Face"?

The core progression is D, built around the D major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Paint Me Your Face"?

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

Can I get "Paint Me Your Face" bass guitar sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement of "Paint Me Your Face" by Steve Vai, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Paint Me Your Face" bass guitar sheet music easy to play?

"Paint Me Your Face" bass guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 73 BPM in D major with 1 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 "Paint Me Your Face" bass guitar sheet music?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar sheet music for "Paint Me Your Face" 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 "Paint Me Your Face" on?

"Paint Me Your Face" appears on Where the Wild Things Are (2009).

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

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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.

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