Helloween — If I Could Fly 

This is a great song with a really simple bass line, there is only one 
verse repeated trough the whole song. There is a different break during 
the guitar solo and at the end of the song.

Verse 

G————————————————————————————————————————|
D————————————————————————————————————————|
A—0—00—0—0—————————————————————————5——5——|
E———————————3—33—3—3——0—00—0—0———00—00———|
|_______|
    |
this part have a 
differet time, just
listen the song


Guitar Solo (from 2:23 to 2:48) x4

G————————————————————————————————————————|
D————————————————————————————————————————|
A—0—000—000—000—00———————————————————————|
E———————————————————1—111—111—111—11—————|


Break (2:49) X3

/Third time stop here
G———————————————|——————————————————|
D———————————————|——————————————————|
A—000——000———000|——————————————————|
E———————————————|1—111—111—11—1_3——|
|————this is not 13 but 1 & 3

Finish with the verse, and fade out...

Have Phun !  Metal Rulez !

About Helloween

Helloween is a German power metal band founded in the mid 1980s by members of Iron Fist and Powerfool. The band is known as one of the pioneering power metal bands, being part of the German heavy/speed/power metal scene. Through the years they have influenced many bands, such as Edguy, HammerFall, Crystal Eyes, Celesty and Highland Glory for instance.

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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Helloween — If I Could Fly bass tabs