Lets Do Rocksteady Bass Tabs - Bodysnatchers @ BigBassTabs.com

Song: Let's Do Rocksteady
Artist: The Bodysnatchers
Tabbed by: Iisaw Kookostawis  ([email protected])


These comprise the whole song, listen to a recording to get the timing
right. I've put the playing—order below.


riff 1a.                        riff 1b.
G:—————————————————————————     G:——3——3——3——————3————————
D:——3——3——3——————3—————————     D:——————————————————5——3——
A:——————————————————5——3———     A:————————————————————————
E:—————————————————————————     E:————————————————————————


riff 1c.
G:——5——5——7————————————————
D:—————————————7——5——7——5——
A:—————————————————————————
E:—————————————————————————


riff 2a.                        riff 2b.
G:—————————————————————————     G:———————————————————————
D:——3——3———————————————————     D:——3——3—————————————————
A:————————5——3——0——3——5————     A:————————5——3——0——3——5——
E:—————————————————————————     E:———————————————————————


Orders of playing:

the intro is
riff 1a (x2)

the general round of verse is
riff 1a (x4)
riff 1b (x2)
riff 1a (x2)
riff 1c (x2)
riff 1a (x2)

this repeats for most of song (five times?), then there is a shift to
riff 2a (x4)
riff 2b (x2)
riff 2a (x2)
riff 1c (x2)
riff 1a (x2)
...that is for a moment riff 2a is substituted for 1a and likewise
with 2b for 1b.

then the rest is back to normal and finally the little outro is riff 1a
again.

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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