Creed
Signs

Transcribed By: Ryan Huntsman  (IbanezBassMX)
Email: [email protected]

this song is cool once you know how to play it.
the timing is easy so you shouldnt have any problem.
Its makes it easier if you play it with a pick but it works either way.

fb= Full Bend

Drop D Tuning

Intro(0:13)
G———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————
D———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————  X1
A———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————
D—0—0—2—2fb—0—2fb—0—2h3p2p0—2fb—0—2fb—0—2b——2fb—0—2fb—0—2h3p2p0—2fb—0—2fb—0—2b——

Verse(0:24,1:31—2nd time X5)
G———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————
D———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————  X4
A———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————
D—2fb—0—2fb—0—2fb—0—2fb—0——2fb—0—2fb—0—2——22—33—20—2fb—0—2fb—0——

Chorus(1:09,2:29)
G————————————————————————————————————————————————————
D————————————————————————————————————————————————————X2
A————————————————————————————————————————————————————
D—888888888888888—7777777777777777—3333333333333333——

Part A  (1:18,2:37,3:48)
G————————————————————————————————————————————
D———————————————————————————————————————————— X1
A————————————————————————————————————————————
D—10—10—10—10/12—1210—10—9—9—9—9/10—109—9——

Part B  (1:29)
G—————
D—————  X1
A——2——
D——2——

2nd Chorus  (2:40,3:40)
G————————————————————————————
D————————————————————————————  X1
A————————————————————————————
D—8—88888—7—77777—3—33333—2——

Interlude  (2:50,4:02— 2nd time X8) 
G——————————————
D——————————————  X18
A———1———0——————
D—3———3———3—0——

Thats it. Its really easy to hear when each part is played 
but their are a lot of different variations in the song.
I tried to give you all the times when they are played 
so just follow them and you should be fine.

Please rate this tab.
Thanks, Any questions, just email me: [email protected]

Song Structure:
Intro       X1
Verse       X4
Chorus      X1
Part A      X1
Chorus      X1
Part B      X1
Verse       X5
Chorus      X1
Part A      X1
2nd Chorus  X1
Interlude   X18
2nd Chorus  X1
Part A      X1
Interlude   X8

About Creed

A creed is a statement of beliefusually religious belief or faithoften recited as part of a religious service. The word derives from the Latin: credo for I believe (because the Latin translation of the Apostles' Creed and the Nicene Creed both begin with this word). A creed is sometimes referred to as a symbol (Greek: ???????[?]), signifying a "token" by which persons of like beliefs might recognize each other.

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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