Learning How To Smile Bass Tabs - Everclear @ BigBassTabs.com

Everclear
Learning How To Smile
Songs From An American Movie
Vol. One: Learning How To Smile

Tabbed by Patrick McFadden and Jason Pan

Jason tabbed out this song on for guitar on two guitars, but I noticed that his one guitar 
tab was the same as what the bass played. I converted it to Bass style and made it shorter 
and easier to read, but made sure it's all right. It is. You are dead wrong if you think 
it's not. Or maybe just dead. And if not, then you will be soon oh ye of little faith.

As terribly awful and demeaning to bass players everywhere, I'm afraid due to the speed 
of this song you WILL need a pick. I know, I know, but hey, at least you can now play the song, 
huh? So quit your bitching and eat your vegetables! This hurts me more than it hurts you! 
And so help me God if you spill your milk one more time!


Intro
G|———————————————————————————————————————————————| 
D|———————————————————————————————————————————————| 
A|———————————————————————————————————————————————| 
E|—6—6—6—6————6—6—6—6————6—6—6—6————6—6—6—6——————|

G|———————————————————————————————————————————————| 
D|———————————————————————————————————————————————| 
A|———————————————————————————————————————————————| 
E|—6—6—6—6————6—6—6—6————6—6—6—6————6—6—6—6——————|

Verse
G|———————————————————————————————————————————————| 
D|———————————————————————————————————————————————| 
A|———————————————————————————————————————————————| 
E|—6—6—6—6————6—6—6—6————5—5—5—5————5—5—5—5——————| 

G|———————————————————————————————————————————————| 
D|———————————————————————————————————————————————| 
A|———————————————————————————————————————————————| 
E|—3—3—3—3————3—3—3—3————1—1—1—1————1—1—1—1——————| 

Chorus
G|———————————————————————————————————————————————|
D|———————————————————————————————————————————————|
A|——6—6—6—6—6—6—6—6—8——8——8——8——8——8——8——8———————| 
E|———————————————————————————————————————————————| 

G|———————————————————————————————————————————————| 
D|———————————————————————————————————————————————| 
A|———————————————————————————————————————————————|
E|——6—6—6—6—5—5—5—5—3—3—3—3—1—1—1—1——————————————|

G|———————————————————————————————————————————————|
D|———————————————————————————————————————————————|
A|——6—6—6—6—6—6—6—6—8——8——8——8——8——8——8——8———————| 
E|———————————————————————————————————————————————|

Break
G|———————————————————————————————————————————————|
D|———————————————————————————————————————————————|
A|—1—1—————3—3—————5—5—————6—6—5—3———————————————| 
E|———————————————————————————————————————————————|

IntroX2
VerseX2
IntroX2
VerseX2
ChorusX1
IntroX1
VerseX2
ChorusX1
BreakX1
IntroX1
VerseX2
ChorusX2
BreakSparkle And Fade Out

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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