This is a short, fast song (2:36).  Fun to play, good rhythm and beat.
Lyrics are a little silly (try and get your egotistical lead singer to sing it) but
a nice compliment to any music song set, guarantee you will see
girls shaking their hips to this one.

Pay close attention to the counts on this song (alternates between 5 and 3 on the
verse).

Intro:  (x8)
G
D
A  55555
E

Verse 1:  (x2) "Have you seen her face..."
G
D
A  55555—555—444—22222—222—000       33333—55555—3—55555
E                              33333

Chorus: "Anytime at all..."
G
D
A  22—2~~~  00—0~~~ 22—2~~~ 22—2~~~ 22222—3
E

Verse 2:  (x2) "So the story goes..."
G
D
A  55555—555—444—22222—222—000       33333—55555—3—55555
E                              33333

Chorus: "Anytime at all..."
G
D
A  22—2~~~  00—0~~~ 22—2~~~ 22—2~~~ 22222—3
E

Interlude:  (x12) "He's Whor*..."
G
D
A  0—0——3—5—3
E

Verse 3: (x1) "And so the story goes..."
G
D
A  55555—555—444—22222—222—000       33333—55555—3—55555
E                              33333

Outro: (x12) "Gigolo is the only way to go..."
(listen closely — bass stays on D, while guitar works different chords)
G
D
A  55555 (slide up and down for effect — end on D~~~~~)
E



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About Cheap Trick

Cheap Trick is an American rock band from Rockford, Illinois, formed in 1974. The band consists of members Robin Zander (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Rick Nielsen (lead guitar, backing vocals), Tom Petersson (electric bass, backing vocals), and Bun E. Carlos (drums, percussion).

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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Cheap Trick — He's A Whor* bass tabs