
Creedence Clearwater Revival
Down On The Corner

Tuning: Standard: E A D G

                          Tablature Notation
~         Hold Note
b         Bend
r         Release Bend
h         Hammer—On
p         Pull—Off
/         Slide Up
\         Slide Down
*pb       Pre—Bend
Mute: * * Mute Notes Above Stars
b(#)      Bend String Until Note In (#) Is Reached
b(#)r     Bend String Until Note In (#) Is Reached Then Release To 
Original Note
x         Ghost—Note Play Note On String but has no recognizable pitch
———       Notes W/ More ———'s Indicate Longer Space Between Notes  
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Wait For Drum Intro

Intro
0:05                              0:14
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  0:18
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Verse1
0:23                              0:32
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  0:37
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Chorus1
0:41
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Verse2
0:50                              0:59
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  1:03
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Chorus2
1:08
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Breakdown
1:17                              1:25
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  1:30
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Chorus3
1:35
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Bridge
1:43     
G|—————|No Bass from 
D|—3~——|1:44—1:51
A|—————|Bass Re—enters
E|—————|at...

Verse3
1:52                              2:01
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  2:05
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Chorus4
2:10
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Outro
2:19
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Begin to Fade Out on the 4th Time

Have Fun


                                       Lyrics

                    Early in the evenin' just about supper time,
                  Over by the courthouse they're starting to unwind.
                   Four kids on the corner trying to bring you up.
                  Willy picks a tune out and he blows it on the harp.

                                       CHORUS:
                       Down On The Corner, out in the street,
                        Willy and the Poorboys are playin';
                          Bring a nickel; tap your feet.

                 Rooster hits the washboard and people just got to smile,
                    Blinky, thumps the gut bass and solos for a while.
                      Poorboy twangs the rhythm out on his kalamazoo.
                       Willy goes into a dance and doubles on kazoo.

                                       CHORUS

                                       CHORUS

                     You don't need a penny just to hang around,
              But if you've got a nickel, won't you lay your money down?
                      Over on the corner there's a happy noise.
                People come from all around to watch the magic boys.

                                       CHORUS
                                       CHORUS
                                       CHORUS

About Creedence Clearwater Revival

Creedence Clearwater Revival (often abbreviated CCR) was an American rock band that gained popularity in the late 1960s and early 1970s with a number of successful singles drawn from various albums.

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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Creedence Clearwater Revival — Down On The Corner (ver 2) bass tabs