Obsession Bass Tabs - Delirious @ BigBassTabs.com

Song: Obsession
Band: deliriou5?
Songwriter: Martin Smith
Albums: CUTTING EDGE and LIVE AND IN THE CAN
Copyright: 1995, Curious? Music UK
Tabbed by: Jason Ewert ([email protected])

I tabbed this using my acoustic guitar so it is probably a bit off.  The
LIVE AND IN THE CAN version is more ad lib so do what you like with it.

This is the pattern used for the verses:

G   — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —
D   — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —
A   2   2   2   2   0   0   0   0 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —
E   — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3   3   3   3   0   0   0   0

Intro: For intro play above pattern 8 times.

Verse 1 (Pattern is played throughout verse.  The pattern should be
played only once per line.):

This is the tab for the 1st chorus(Note: In this pattern the first note
is held out two beats):
G   — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —
D   — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —
A   — — — — — — — 0      0 0 — — — — — — — — — — — — — —  0     0 0
E   3      3 3   — — — — — —  2      2 2    3     3 3 — — — — — — —

Here's the tab for chorus 2(Note: Just like chorus 1 the first note is
held out 2 beats):
G   — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —
— — — — — —
D   — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —
0      0 0
A   — — — — — — — 0      0 0 — — — — — — — — — — — — — —  0     0 0 — —
— — — — —
E   3      3 3   — — — — — —  2      2 2    3     3 3 — — — — — — — — —
— — — — —

Chorus 2:
Repeat chorus 2 times.
The next part is ad lib for voice.  The verse pattern is played 12
times.
The next chorus is semi—ad lib.  You play chorus 2 pattern 3 times.
After finishing up chorus 2 pattern three times you hold a G (3rd fret,
E string).
After this is done it goes into doing the chorus but there is no bass
guitar in it.

Well that's it.  If you see any mistakes please let me know at:
[email protected].
Enjoy!!
Jason Ewert

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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