Martin Garrix & Bebe Rexha - In The Name Of Love - Guitar Cover

In the Name of Love

2016 3:19

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About In The Name Of Love

At 128 BPM in C major, this 2016 track by Martin Garrix & Bebe Rexha started life as an EDM production, but its melodic hooks translate well to guitar in a Pop Rock context. The chord progression is straightforward, built around familiar C major diatonic shapes, which makes it a solid choice for intermediate players working on clean, rhythmic strumming. The real challenge is locking in with the pulse: 128 BPM demands tight, consistent strumming that sits right on the beat without rushing or dragging. Getting that precision under control is easier when you use the Practice Toolbar to loop sections at a reduced tempo and build the muscle memory before bringing it back up to speed. Once the rhythm feels solid, focus on the dynamics, keeping quieter verses distinct from the fuller chorus. The song rewards a clean, even attack over flashy technique.

• The song is in C major, so open-position chords and first-position scales are very accessible, making it a practical study piece for developing rhythmic consistency.
• At 128 BPM, tight right-hand control is the main demand, use looping it slowed down to lock in your strumming pattern before pushing the tempo.
• The melodic lead line from the original synth hook can be picked out on the high strings as a single-note exercise for players building phrasing in C major.