One Hit Wonder Bass Tabs - Everclear @ BigBassTabs.com

"One Hit Wonder" (Bass)
As Recorded by Everclear on "So Much For The Afterglow"
Tabbed By Ashton Bailey ([email protected])

Key:
pm = palm mute
 = slide up towards the neck
/ = slide down towards the body
fb = feedback
h = hammer
b = bend string
r = ring (let string ring)

   Intro (Guitar & Drums only)

   Main Verse
G|———————————————————————————————————|
D|———————————————————————————————————|
A|———————————————————————————————————|
E|——9—9—9—9—9—9—9—9—2—2—2—2—2—2—2—2——|
           Db              F#

First you play the main verse, then you play variation 1,
then you play the main verse again, then you play variation 2

   Main Riff Variation 1
G|———————————————————————————————————|
D|———————————————————————————————————|
A|———————————————————————————————————|
E|——4—4—4—4—2—2—2—2—9—9—9—9—9—9—9—9——|
       Ab      F#          Db

   Main Riff Variation 2
G|———————————————————————————————————|
D|———————————————————————————————————|
A|———————————————————————————————————|
E|——7—7—7—7—4—4—4—4—2—2—2—2—X—X—X—X——|

   Bridge
G|———————————————————|
D|———————————————————|
A|———————————————————| Repeat 4 times
E|——9—9—9—9—9—9—9—9——| The back to Main riff & Variations
          Db

  Outro
G|———————————————————|
D|———————————————————|
A|———————————————————| Repeat a few times then
E|——9—9—9—9—9—9—9—9——| go to the outro riff
          Db

  Outro Riff
G|——9—9—9—9—9—9—9—13~——|
D|—————————————————————| Repeat & Fade
A|—————————————————————|
E|—————————————————————|

That should be everything

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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