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Powerman 5000 — Bombshell 100% Right bass tabs




Guitar plays Intro(0:00—0:12).
LEN&SAM
Short Chorus(0:13—0:25):

x3 x1
G:———————————————————————|———————————|
D:———————————————————————|———————————|
A:———————————————————————|———————————|
D:1—0—1—0—1—0—1———1—1—121|1—0—1—0—12:|

Verse(0:26—0:51):

x7 x1 x1
G:—————————————|—————|—————————————————|
D:—————————————|—————|—————————————————|
A:—————————————|—————|—————————————————|
D:00001———11110|00001|1:———2:———1:———0:|

Chorus(0:52—1:17):

x3 x1 x3 x1
G:———————————————————————|——————————|————————————————————
D:———————————————————————|——————————|————————————————————
A:———————————————————————|——————————|————————————————————
D:1—0—1—0—1—0—1———1—1—121|1—0—1—0—12|1—0—1—0—1—0—1———1—1—
———|———————————|
———|———————————|
———|———————————|
121|1—0—1—0—12:|

Short Verse(1:18—1:30)

x4
G:—————————————|
D:—————————————|
A:—————————————|
D:00001———11110|

Guitars and drums play Interlude(1:31—1:43).

Chorus(1:44—2:09)

Bridge(2:10—2:22)

x4
G:———————|
D:———————|
A:———————|
D:1—0—1—0|

Short Chorus(2:23—2:35)

Outro(2:36—3:14)

x4 x1 x2 x1
G:—————————|—————————————————|—————————|——————|
D:—————————|—————————————————|—————————|——————|
A:—————————|—————————————————|—————————|——————|
D:1———00000|1———1———1———00000|1———00000|1———1:|



Key:
s = slapped note(strike string with right thumb)
p = popped note(pluck string with right finger)
/ or \ = slide up or down(when holding note drag finger up or down to the fret
indicated)
> or < = bend up or down(when holding note pull towards or away from you)
: = hold note(hold note for an usually long length or until next note)
~ = vibrato(move between fret indicated and the next lowest fret)
() = ???(example: (11) this would be an eleven not two 1's)
— = sixteenth rest(half of an eighth rest)
—— = eighth rest(half of a quarter note)
———— = quarter rest(one beat of a measure in 4/4)
———————— = half rest(two beats of a measure in 4/4; half of a measure in 4/4)
———————————————— = whole rest(four beats in a measure in 4/4; a whole measure in 4/4)
| = ???(end of a riff NOT a measure)





Get up
Get up
Get up
Drop the Bombshell

Get up
Get up
This is out of control

Get up
Get up
Get up
Drop the Bombshell

Get up
Get up
Get down...

Now, look who's coming
Yeah, look who's back
Quick drop the bombshell straight to the track
The 21st century killing machine
Burnt on the inside,
A five—headed team

Now I'm not the same because you're not the same,
Well you're not the same the because I'm not the same,
We're not the same, this could never be the same
and we just wanna survive...

[Chorus x2|
Get up
Get up
Get up
Drop the Bombshell

Get up
Get up
This is out of control

Get up
Get up
Get up
Drop the Bombshell

Get up
Get up
Get down...

Now you are the same, because you want it all,
and you want the transmit cause you want the call,
and you want the one that makes the worlds collide,
but since that has happened who knows what's inside...

I'm not same
You're not the same
You're not the same, and
I'm not the same...

[Chorus x2|
Get up
Get up
Get up
Drop the Bombshell

Get up
Get up
This is out of control

Get up
Get up
Get up
Drop the Bombshell

Get up
Get up
Get down...

Get up! Get up!
Drop the Bombshell!
Get up! Get up!
Drop the Bombshell!


Get up
Get up
Get up
Drop the Bombshell

Get up
Get up
This is out of control

Get up
Get up
Get up
Drop the Bombshell

Get up
Get up
Get down...
Tablature player for this song:
Powerman 5000 - Bombshell  100% Right Bass Tab

About Powerman 5000

Powerman 5000 (sometimes abbreviated to PM5K) is an American rock band formed in 1991. Through the span of nearly two decades, the group has released several albums and gained their highest commercial success with 1999's science fiction themed Tonight the Stars Revolt!. Frontman Spider One is also the younger brother of Rob Zombie, and their styles have often been a source for comparison. He is also the founder and only original member.

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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