BLACK BALLOON
DIZZY UP THE GIRL
GOO GOO DOLLS
Probably one of the best songs of last year pity it didn't get a play over
here in the
uk. The Goo's keep churning out great songs but they fall on deaf ears of
British DJ's.
Thought I'd Have a go at tabbing a song correctly and i don't think this
sounds to bad
but, hey... if you can do better be my guest and correct this.
P.S I have a few corrections for Broadway and We Are The Normal & Monkey
Wrench
by the Foo Fighter coming up soon too as well as a half assed attempt to
correctly tab Streets Of Philidelphia by Bruce Springsteen.
Enjoy.
TUNE 1/2 STEP DOWN.
THE BASS DOESN'T COME IN UNTIL THE LAST LINE OF THE FIRST VERSE
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"But on your knees~"
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VERSE 3
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CHORUS
SOLO
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BRIDGE
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All because I'm, And I'll become, What you became to me
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About Goo Goo Dolls

The Goo Goo Dolls is an American rock band formed in 1986 in Buffalo, New York by John Rzeznik and Robby Takac. As for 2009, the band has sold more than 9.5 million records in the United States alone.

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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Goo Goo Dolls — Black Balloon bass tabs