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Intermediate double bass sheet music for "Anytime" by The Babys, in A major at about 111 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Double Bass Sheet Music for "Anytime" by The Babys

Preview of the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement for “Anytime” by The Babys.

Anytime by The Babys
Double Bass Sheet Music

Bass clefMid-staff range

The double bass 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 · pop · indie
Moodupbeat · energetic · catchy
Signaturecatchy indie rock anthem
A major
Key
111
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

E
D
C
Bm
A
G
Em
N
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-ChorusChorusPost-ChorusBridgeInstrumentalSoloBreakdownDropOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

vocals
male lead voice, clear and melodic, delivered with an energetic, slightly raw edge
drums
tight, punchy kit with crisp snare and driving kick
bass
round, syncopated bassline driving the groove
electric guitars
clean, jangly rhythm guitars with bright chord voicings
synth pads
subtle, airy pads filling the background
Album & artist
ALBUM

Union Jacks (1980)

Their fourth album, produced by Keith Olsen, introduced Jonathan Cain on keyboards and Ricky Phillips on bass, giving the band a punchier, more dynamic sound. Both new members contributed to the songwriting, pushing the record into a more modern, AOR-leaning direction.

All of Union Jacks
Artist

The Babys

The Babys were a British rock band that formed in London in the mid-1970s, built around vocalist John Waite. They played melodic rock with a polished, radio-friendly sound, and went through several lineup changes before breaking up in 1981. Several members, including keyboardist Jonathan Cain and bassist Ricky Phillips, later joined Journey and Bad English.

All The Babys songs
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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Anytime" in?

"Anytime" by The Babys is in A major.

What is the tempo of "Anytime"?

"Anytime" plays at around 111 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Anytime"?

The core progression is E, D, C, Bm, A, and G, built around the A major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Anytime"?

The recording features drums, bass, electric guitars, synth pads, and vocals.

Can I get "Anytime" double bass sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate double bass sheet music arrangement of "Anytime" by The Babys, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Anytime" double bass sheet music easy to play?

"Anytime" double bass sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 111 BPM in A major with 13 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 "Anytime" double bass sheet music?

Yes. The beginner double bass sheet music for "Anytime" 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 "Anytime" on?

"Anytime" appears on Union Jacks (1980).

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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.

Is this transcription licensed?

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