PRISONER OF TODAY  (Artist: BILLY TALENT    Album: BILLY TALENT)


Verse sheme pt1 (x1)
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Verse sheme pt2  (x2)
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Only first time                            after the second walk, then Refrain

Refrain sheme (x2)
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Filler sheme (x1)
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Bridge  (x1)
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Verse sheme pt2 (x2)
Refrain sheme (x2)
Filler sheme (x1)

Verse sheme2 pt 1 (x2)
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Verse sheme2 pt2 (x2)
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Verse sheme2 pt3 (x4)
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Filler sheme (x1)
Verse sheme2 pt 1  until the end of the song

Ok, this is the song, should be correct, mistakes can be selled on ebay or sended to
me so that I can correct them^^. Hope you have fun with it, if not it´s you´re own
fold cos´ its an amazing song. And at last last, I do not own anything of this song,
it belongs to BILLY TALENT and they belong to a company, but i forgot the name, so
nevermind.



 bigbasstabs.

About Billy Talent

Post-hardcoreYears active1993presentLabelsAtlantic, Warner, RoadrunnerAssociated actsCancer Bats, Anti-FlagWebsitehttp://www.billytalent.com/MembersBenjamin KowalewiczIan D'SaJonathan GallantAaron Solowoniuk

How to Read Bass Tabs

Bass tablature (tabs) is an easy way to learn songs without needing to read traditional sheet music. Here’s a quick guide to understanding the symbols and techniques commonly found in tabs:

1. The Basics

Strings and Frets:
Each line in a tab represents a string on your bass:
- The top line is the highest-pitched string (G on a 4-string bass).
- The bottom line is the lowest-pitched string (E on a 4-string bass).
Numbers on the lines indicate which fret to press. For example:
```
G|-------------------|
D|-------------------|
A|---3---------------|
E|-------------------|
            
```
This means you play the 3rd fret on the A string.

2. Common Techniques

Hammer-On (h):
Play the first note by picking it, then press down on a higher fret with another finger without picking again.
```
G|-------------------|
D|-------5h7---------|
            
```
Pull-Off (p):
Pluck a note and then "pull off" your finger to let a lower fret ring.
```
G|-------------------|
D|-------7p5---------|
            
```
Slide (/ or \):
Move your finger up (/) or down (\) the fretboard while maintaining pressure.
```
G|-------------------|
D|-------5/7---------|
            
```

3. Advanced Techniques

Bend (b): Push the string up or down to raise the pitch. Example: G|-------7b9---------|
Vibrato (~): Shake the string slightly after playing a note to create a vibrating sound. Example: G|-------7~----------|
Muted Notes (x): Rest your finger lightly on the string without pressing a fret and pluck for a percussive "click" sound.

4. Rhythm and Timing

Tabs don’t always indicate timing, so listen to the song while reading the tab. Wider spaces between numbers mean longer pauses, while closer numbers indicate quicker notes.

5. Slap and Pop

Slap (s): Strike the string with the side of your thumb for a percussive sound.
Pop (p): Pull the string away from the fretboard and let it snap back.

Practice Makes Perfect

Tabs are a great tool to learn songs, but mastering the techniques takes practice. Listen carefully to the original track and play along to lock in the rhythm. Don’t rush — smooth, accurate playing is more important than speed. Happy jamming! 🎸

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