The Offspring
Can't Get My Head Around You
Splinter
Tuning: Standard
~: Hold Note Slightly Longer
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Wait for intro
Verse
0:17
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Chorus
0:30
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Verse2
0:44
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Bridge
1:07
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Chorus2
1:10
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1:24
Bass Rests Until...
Verse3
1:37
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E|—0~——0—2—3~——3—————————3—5~——5—3—|
2:00
Outro
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E|—0—0—0—0—0—0—0—0—0—0—0~—Hold—~—|
Have Fun
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:
Each line in a tab represents a string on your 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.
Play the first note by picking it, then press down on a higher fret with another finger without picking again.
G|-------------------|
D|-------5h7---------|
Pluck a note and then "pull off" your finger to let a lower fret ring.
G|-------------------|
D|-------7p5---------|
Move your finger up (/) or down (\) the fretboard while maintaining pressure.
G|-------------------|
D|-------5/7---------|
G|-------7b9---------|
G|-------7~----------|
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.
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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