
DragonForce
Starfire
Standard tuning


Intro:  Come in  at roughly 1 min 13 seconds ('colour of night')

                'snow!!'
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Intro Pt 2:                               {PLAY FAST}
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Verse:
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PreChorus:                    'snow!'
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PreChorus Pt2                    {PLAY FAST}
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Chorus:
        'starfire'         'high in the sky'
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'love'
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'night'  'falls'
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ACOUSTIC SOLO — PLAY INTRO PT 2

REPEAT VERSE

REPEAT PRECHORUS PT 1 and 2

REPEAT CHORUS

Electric Solo: (follow the same rhythm as the verses)
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OK i don't think this ending for the solo is what he actually plays 
but turn you're amp
loud enough so they can't hear the stereo and impress you're 
mates with this during the
part of the guitar solo: (You'll need to roll you're fingers 
over the fret board for it to
 be quick enough)

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REPEAT PRECHORUS PT 2

REPEAT CHORUS

FINISH:

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Enjoy!!

About Dragonforce

DragonForce are an English power metal band from London, formed in 1999. They are known for fast guitar solos, fantasy-based lyrics, and electronic sounds in their music to add to their retro video game-influenced sound.

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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