Billie Jean (Bass Line)
by Michael Jackson
💜 R&B / Soul
Difficulty
★★☆☆☆
Tuning
Standard
Capo
None
Louis Johnson's iconic bass line from Michael Jackson's biggest hit. This F#m groove played on the low strings is instantly recognizable and provides an excellent exercise in rhythmic precision and muting technique.
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