Song: Cradle
Band: Mudvayne
Pretty easy song, fun to play.
Tuning:
E
B                s=slap    p=pluck
F#
B
Intro    (i stretched out the tab more)
v= 4 beats
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x4
Push!!!                                                  p
Verse 1
follow the drums on this part. Mute all the strings w/your left hand
and hit your right hand flat against the strings, towards the bottom.
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I can't see going on.
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In this darkness i'm blind                   s   s  s   p
Pre—chorus (or whatever you call any of these things)
v strum
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Punishment.....it takes time, trying to mend the wounds of all the suffering.
Weird middle part (you know what all these things are anyway)
pt 1 (2:14)
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|——————————————|  start this part off with one of these babies
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|————/6^———————|  bend the beast a little
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then it changes to
pt 2 (2:23)
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everybody leaves me...    everybody's gone
(2:55) Fu*kin c0cksucker part
rpt this part     (this is the drum fill part)
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Fu*kin c0cksuckers                               s  s     p s s
strum these
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They leave me,   inside my house you are the liar...
Last verse                                             v play these X's very lightly
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Here i stand now and im alone....                              p
Outro (before last chorus)
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I cant see going on fu*k it....
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About Mudvayne

Mudvayne is an American heavy metal band formed in Peoria, Illinois in 1996. Members are lead singer Chad Gray, guitarist Greg Tribbett, bassist Ryan Martinie and drummer Matthew McDonough. Signed onto Epic Records, Mudvayne has released five studio albums, two compilations albums, and two DVDs.

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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Mudvayne — Cradle bass tabs