155 (Ver 2) Bass Tabs - Plus 44 @ BigBassTabs.com

This is the song 155 off of +44 first cd when your heart stops beating
its normal tuning EADG I play this song and sing it also so im going to put the words
it to. I saw one of the other bass tabs for this song and the guy was close but off on
notes. Here is the correct way to play the song!
G——————————————————————————————————————|
D——————————————————————————————————————|
A—88888888888888884444444444444444 X2——|
E——————————————————————————————————————|
Love, This is getting   Harder  (1st verse)
Love, This is getting the   Best of me  (2nd verse)
G———————————————————————————————————|
D———————————————————————————————————|
A—88888888888888884444444444444444——|
E———————————————————————————————————|
And I can seem to pick you out of the   Crowd  (1st verse)
And truth be told you were the start of it   All  (2nd verse)
G———————————————————————————————————|
D———————————————————————————————————|
A—88888888888888886666666666666666——|
E———————————————————————————————————|
But you my dear have been discovered a   Liar  (1st verse)
Now you my dear might end up   Lonelly  (2nd verse)
G———————————————————————————————————|
D———————————————————————————————————|
A—88888888888888884444444444444444——|
E———————————————————————————————————|
And im afraid that this was building up for   Far to long  (1st verse)
But before you go theres something  You should know   (2nd verse)
G———————————————————————————————————|
D———————————————————————————————————|
A—88888888888888886666666666666666——|
E———————————————————————————————————|
This is not the time or place for us to speak like this (1st verse)
In a different time or place the words could make more sence   (2nd verse)
G———————————————————|
D———————————————————|
A———————————————————|
E—4444444444444444——|
If i had a thought I'd never dream of it  (1st verse)
A perfect world the future would make a dent  (2nd verse)
G———————————————————|
D———————————————————|
A———————————————————|
E—3333333333333333——|
So dry your hollow eyes and lets go down to the
G———————————————————|
D———————————————————|
A———————————————————|
E—1111111111111111——|
Water   Even though its the last time
G———————————————————|
D———————————————————|
A—4444444466666666——|
E———————————————————|
Please lets not
G———————————————————|
D———————————————————|
A———————————————————|
E—4444444444444444——|
Speak  Dont breath a
G———————————————————|
D———————————————————|
A———————————————————|
E—3333333333333333——|
Word   Even though its the
G———————————————————|
D———————————————————|
A———————————————————|
E—1111111111111111——|
Last time
G—————————————————————|
D—————————————————————|
A—————————————————————|
E—44444444666666668~——|
There is the whole song basiclly. There is a bridge but its basicly the same as the
part of the song just listen to it to figure it out.  Enjoy and o ya by the way this is my
tab ever so please let me know what you think and i might try and  make some more! My
is [email protected] or you can check me out at myspace.com/williamlunn

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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