Let the Bad Times Roll by The Offspring
Let the Bad Times Roll by The Offspring runs at 161 BPM. Released in 2021.
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Frequently asked questions
What tempo is Let the Bad Times Roll?
Let the Bad Times Roll runs at 161 BPM (or 80 half-time).
What tuning is Let the Bad Times Roll in?
This recording sits about 23 cents flat of concert pitch (A=434.2Hz, not 440Hz). Tune to the track or you'll fight it the whole way.