this record is played on bass using TWELVE BAR BLUES. a lot of late 70s/ early
80s artist use twelve bar blues on bass, so once u grasp the concept of them, see
if there are other tracks which use them, and then maybe write tabs of your own.
but anyway, enjoy.

INTRO (just after guitar solo, on drum crash)
G——————————————
D——————————————
A——————————————
E——6~——————————

MAIN 12 BAR BLUES RIFF (VERSE AND CHORUS) dont play 1st 10 after intro!
G————————————|——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————
D————————————|——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————
A————————————|—6666666666———————————88888888—66666666—————————8—8—8—8—8—8—8—
E——6666666666|————————————6666666666——————————————————66666666——————————————

VERSE AND CHORUS VARIATIONS (optional)

E—77—88—99—10—10— (then back onto A)

A—55—44—33—22— (then back onto E)

G———————————————————————————————————————————
D————————7————————5—————————————————————————
A——888888—8—666666—6——————————8—8—8—8—8—8—8—
E————————————————————66666666———————————————

About Chuck Berry

Charles Edward Anderson "Chuck" Berry (born October 18, 1926) is an American guitarist, singer, and songwriter, and one of the pioneers of rock and roll music. With songs such as "Maybellene" (1955), "Roll over Beethoven" (1956), "Rock and Roll Music" (1957) and "Johnny B. Goode" (1958), Chuck Berry refined and developed rhythm and blues into the major elements that made rock and roll distinctive, with lyrics focusing on teen life and consumerism, and utilising guitar solos and showmanship that would be a major influence on subsequent rock music.

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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Chuck Berry — Johnny B Goode (ver 2) bass tabs