Song: Momentum
Artist: Aimee Mann
Album: Magnolia Soundtrack
Tabbed By: Rob Miller ([email protected])
http://www.basstabarchive.com/

This is a pretty easy song to play, but it has a cool, mellow
bass line that works really well.  I didn't bother tabbing
out the timing; just listen to the song to get it.  The tuning's
normal, too.


INTRO
G||———————————————————————————————————————————————————|
D||———————————————————————————————————————————————————|
A||—0—0>——————————————————————————————————————————————|
E||———————————————————————————————————————————————————|
The A string is strummed, then just played occasionally before
stopping all together.


RIFF 1  (LEAD—IN only played the first time)
G||————————|——————————————————————————————————————————|
D||————————|——————————————————————————————————————————|
A||————————|—00—22—33—22—5—3—2—0—3—2——————————————————|
E||—01—2—3—|——————————————————————————————————————————|
   LEAD—IN  "Oh, for the sake of momentum..."


RIFF 2  (323 part is sometimes thrown in earlier in the riff)
G||———————————————————————————————————————————————————|
D||—————————————22—323—42233————————————22—323—42233——|
A||—00—22—33—55——————————————00—22—33—55——————————————|
E||———————————————————————————————————————————————————|
   "I know life is getting shorter..."


RIFF 3
G||———————————————|———————————————————————————————————|
D||*—————————————*|———————————————————————————————————|
A||*—00—22—33—22—*|—00—22—33—55—5~————————————————————|
E||———————————————|———————————————————————————————————|
   "But I can't confront the doubts I have..."


ENDING
G||———————————————————————————————————————————————————|
D||—————————————2~————————————————————————————————————|
A||—00—22—33—55———————————————————————————————————————|
E||———————————————————————————————————————————————————|
   "And so for the sake of momentum I'm condemning..."


INTRO
RIFF 1 X 2 (first time w/ LEAD—IN)
RIFF 1 X 2 — VERSE 1
RIFF 2 — CHORUS
RIFF 1 X 2 — VERSE 2
RIFF 2 — CHORUS
RIFF 3 — BRIDGE 1
RIFF 1 X 2 GUITAR SOLO
RIFF 2
RIFF 3 — BRIDGE 2
ENDING


KEY
> means strum
~ means let it ring
* means repeat


Have fun!  If you have any questions, comments, or tab requests
feel free to send me an e—mail.

About Mann, Aimee

Aimee Mann (born September 8, 1960) is an American rock guitarist, bassist, singer, and noted songwriter.

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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