Master one song over summer break! Recommended practice songs to level up your bass
Level up your bass technique over summer break! Why not challenge yourself to master one full song? We’ve selected tunes that intermediate players, in particular, will enjoy.
The lineup ranges from the latest tracks and classic hits to songs often played in jam sessions.
We’ve carefully curated a mix of Japanese and Western music.
Try finding something that matches your skill level! And if you’ve been relying on tabs until now, this could be the perfect time to try learning by ear.
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Master one song over summer vacation! Recommended practice songs to level up your bass (31–40)
Smells Like Teen SpiritNirvana
Nirvana, the rock band that helped spark the birth of the “grunge” genre—their signature song is this one.
It’s a track I want not just bassists but whole bands to practice hard together.
I especially want today’s middle and high school students to play it.
The song itself is basically a repetition of three or four phrase patterns, so it’s relatively easy to memorize.
The key is whether you can really lock into the groove!
SHIKIBU feat. Awa no Odorikorekishi
Let’s develop your sense of rhythm with the pleasant rests in ‘SHIKIBU feat.
Awa no Odoriko’! The main bassline is catchy, so you should be able to practice effectively.
The fills are very delicate, so do your best to finger them cleanly!
monsterYOASOBI
This song, used as the opening theme for the TV anime BEASTARS, is a YOASOBI track written and composed by Ayase.
The contrast between the high-energy, anime-style chorus and the more restrained first half is striking, isn’t it? In the first half, the way the rhythm is felt gets halved at times, so instead of assuming the tempo stays the same from start to finish, try being mindful of whether the center of the beat feels halved or doubled.
Adjust how you move your body accordingly.
You should be able to apply this way of thinking to other songs as well.
Telecaster StripePorukadotto Sutingurei
This song was released by Polkadot Stingray in 2016.
It’s a driving track with cool guitar cutting.
One highlight is how it launches from a fast, guitar-centered intro, then suddenly drops the guitar and lets the vocals ride over just bass and drums.
A key practice point is whether the bass can keep the groove without losing that sense of speed in this section.
It’s a good idea to practice with a metronome or rhythm machine and listen back to your recordings.
Active Three MinutesToukyou Jihen
This is the sixth single by Tokyo Jihen, a five-piece rock band led by singer-songwriter Ringo Sheena and made up of top-notch musicians, actively performing since their 2020 relaunch.
The track was used in a commercial for Ezaki Glico’s “Watering Kissmint.” It embodies the band’s challenge of performing New Jack Swing—a genre typically built on programmed beats—entirely live.
Many phrases enter on the offbeats within a 16-beat feel, and the positions shift back and forth in complex ways, so it’s crucial not only to navigate the difficult lines but also to stay locked to the groove without dragging.
It’s a piece that lets you savor the essence of bass playing: supporting the foundation while standing out with presence.
Master one song over summer vacation! Recommended practice songs for leveling up your bass (41–50)
Can’t StopRed Hot Chili Peppers
This might be the quintessential basics of bass.
A sublime track where you interweave notes with a tight drum rhythm.
If you can play this, other songs might be a piece of cake.
That’s how packed it is with fundamentals and core techniques.
Frenzy Hey Kids!!THE ORAL CIGARETTES
A four-piece rock band, THE ORAL CIGARETTES, captivates fans with lyrics that feel like raw emotions put into words and catchy melodies that carry them.
This is their fourth single.
Chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Noragami ARAGOTO, it’s also known for being one of their most-viewed music videos on YouTube.
The song features a very fast bass line throughout, making stable picking essential in addition to position changes.
The interlude includes tapping and other technical phrases, making it a rock tune you’ll want to spend your entire summer vacation working on to get close to perfect.