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Darkness — I Believe In A Thing Called Love (ver 5) bass tabs



This is the accurate tab for the darkness— I believe in a thing called love. Trust me, 
it doesn't get any more accurate than
this. It's all about the timing my friends

(guitar first)
Intro
G_________________________________
D_________________________________
A_____0_2_2__2_____2_2_0_0___0_2_4_0
E__2___________0_0_________4________ x 1

verse
G_________________________________
D_________________________________
A_____0_2_2__2_____2_2_0_0___0_2_4_0
E__2___________0_0_________4________ X 3

Bridge
G_____________________________________
D_____________________________________
A_____________________________________
E___0_0_2_2_2_2_2_2__2_2________________ X 2

G_____________________________________
D_____________________________________
A_____________________________________
E___0 0 2 2 5 5 6 6_7_7_7_7_7_7_7_____

Chorus
G_____________________________________________
D_____________________________________________
A_________4_________2_4_2_____________________
E___0_2 4___0_2_4_2___________________________ X 3

G_____________________________________________
D_____________________________________________
A_____4_4_4_4_0_______________________________
E_____________________________________________ X 1

SONG ORDER
— Intro x 1
— verse x 3
— Bridge x 1
— Chorus x 1
— Verse x 3
— Bridge x 1
— Chorus x 1
— Verse x 4
— Pause (then come in with the last bit of the bridge)
— Chorus x 8
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Darkness - I Believe In A Thing Called Love (ver 5) Bass Tab

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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