The Mighty Mighty Bosstones
"Jump Through the Hoops"
Question the Answers
Track 12

——Tabbed by AJ Franks——

Intro 0:00—0:26
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Verse X2 0:26—0:52
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Chorus 0:52—1:16
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Pre—Verse 1:16—1:29
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Verse X2 1:29—1:58
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Chorus 1:58—2:22
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Bridge 2:22—2:34
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Pre—Verse 2:34—2:47
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Verse X2 2:47—3:15
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Chorus 3:15—3:40
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Outro 3:40—4:11
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——Tabbed by AJ Franks——

I would say this tab is around 90—95% correct.
There were some riffs and variances I heard in the song that I couldn't figure out.
(Organized for easy following when printed)

——Lyrics——

Wake up and shake myself out of bed again
Shaking the day down in my head and then
Its up and out, rise and shine, on the double
No time to slack, attack, and tackle the trouble
Shake myself out of bed again

No time to stop and assess, can't let it grind to a halt
Can't stop and look at the mess and then find out it's my fault
I can't stop for a single minute
I know hell, well, I'm living in it
No time to stop at all, I've got to jump through the hoops

My job, well, it's a nine to five nightmare
I'm serving whiskey, stale wit, and beer
Come on in, how've you been? Have I met ya?
What'll it be now, what can I get ya?
My job, well it's a nightmare
And every day from nine to five I'm there

No time to stop and assess, can't let it grind to a halt
Can't stop and look at the mess and then find out it's my fault
I can't stop for a single minute
I know hell, well, I'm living in it
No time to stop at all, I've got to jump through the hoops

Roll over, sit up and beg
Well I'd much rather lie down and play dead
Here comes another hoop

Holidays have got to be the worst
I've seen so many I've got it well rehearsed
Joy to the world, hark the hey, let me hear it
Deck the halls, trim the tree, that's the spirit
Holidays are not for me, chop down the tree
They've got to be the worst

I'm old and set in my ways, no stopping now, it's a shame
But in my much younger days I'd stop and I'd take the blame
I'm alright if I don't know and can't see
I'll live in hell, till the day, that they plant me
No time to stop at all, I've got to jump through the hoops

Roll over, sit up and beg
Well I'd much rather(3x)...lie down and play dead
All over so long my friend
So long all over the end

About Mighty Mighty Bosstones

The Mighty Mighty Bosstones are an American third wave ska band from Cambridge, Massachusetts.

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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