Sunny Bass Tabs - Bobby Hebb @ BigBassTabs.com

NOTE PLEASE FOLLOW DIRECTIONS AND READ TO UNDERSTAND PROPERLY!!!
(beginning)                                                                                    —|
G |—————————————————|————5——5—5—5—————|4—4——————————————| }this is played twice                 |
D |————————————5——5—|5—5——————————4—4—|—————————————————| }                        these two parts are played twice
A |—7——7—7—7————————|—————————————————|—————————————————| }                                     |
E |—————————————————|—————————————————|—————————————————| }                                     |
    1 & 2 & 3 & 4 &   1 & 2 & 3 & 4 &   1 & 2 & 3 & 4 &                                         |
(end of beginning)                                                                              |
G |—————————————————|————5——5—5—5—————|—————————————4—4—|4—4——————————————|—————————————————|   |
D |————————————5——5—|5—5——————————3——3|3—3—4——4—4—4—————|——————————————4—4|4—4—4—4——————————|   |
A |—7——7—7—7————————|—————————————————|—————————————————|—————7——7—7—7————|—————————————————|   |
E |—————————————————|—————————————————|—————————————————|—————————————————|—————————————————|   |
    1 & 2 & 3 & 4 &   1 & 2 & 3 & 4 &   1 & 2 & 3 & 4 &   1 & 2 & 3 & 4 &    1 & 2 & 3 & 4 &    }
(This part gets shoved up a fret each time its played it is done 3 times)———————————————————|
G |—————————————————|———6——6—6—6——————|5—5—|                                                    |
D |—3——3—3—3——6——6—6|6———————————5——5—|————|                                                    |
A |—————————————————|—————————————————|————|        (2x then onto part below)                   |
E |—————————————————|—————————————————|————|                                                    |
    1 & 2 & 3 & 4 &   1 & 2 & 3 & 4 &                                                           |
                                                                                                |
G |—————————————————|———6——6—6—6——————|——————————————5——|5—5—5————————————|—————————————————|   | 
D |—3——3—3—3——6——6—6|6———————————4——4—|4—4——5——5—5—5————|——————3——3—3—3——6|6—6—6—6—6————————|   |
A |—————————————————|—————————————————|—————————————————|—————————————————|—————————————————|   |
E |—————————————————|—————————————————|—————————————————|—————————————————|—————————————————|   |
(This part gets shoved up a fret each time its played it is done 3 times up until you get to the point of starting the riff on the fifth fret)                                                                                           
(Outro)x4
G |——————————5—5—7—7|
D |—5——5—5—5————————|
A |—————————————————|
E |—————————————————|
    1 & 2 & 3 & 4 
if you dont understand this a video online (there arent any with tabs) will show you the timing or if youre confused)

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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