“Black Velveteen,” from Lenny Kravitz’s 1998 album 5, is a gritty, funk-rock track with a dark, soulful edge. Centered in E minor, it features overdriven rhythm riffs, syncopated chord stabs, and expressive lead lines over a tight, groove-driven beat. The song blends rock energy with funk-inspired rhythms, making it ideal for guitarists practicing dynamic riffing, palm-muted techniques, and soulful, rhythmic lead phrasing in a high-energy rock-soul context.