Artist: Puddle of Mudd
Song: Away From Me
Album: Life on Display
Tabbed by: MasterofBassStevo
Email:[email protected]
Tuning (Low to High): "Dropped D and 1/2 step down" (Db, Ab, Db, Gb)

—First Single off of their new album. Great song!
—The only thing that might be off is the number of times to play each note in the interlude 


 section, other than that, it's good.
—If you want all the lyrics, email me.

Key:
/ — Slide UP
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~ — Let Ring

Intro: Just Guitar

"YEAHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!"
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Verse 1
"Here I am now......"
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"Now I'm going to....."
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"And Whyyyyyyy....."
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"That I'm drowning in...."
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Chorus 1
"I'm always afraid...".
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Verse 2 Same as the First

"So here I am...."
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"Now I'm going to have to....."
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"And hellllllppppp........"
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"Stranded in a closet...."
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Chorus 2
"I'm always afraid....."
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Bridge
"Maybe you could let me stay...."
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About Puddle Of Mudd

Puddle of Mudd is an American post-grunge band from Kansas City, Missouri. They achieved success on rock radio and some success in the mainstream, and their major-label debut Come Clean has sold over 5 million copies. To date the band has sold over 7 million albums, and have had a string of #1 mainstream rock singles in the United States. They have released 2 independent and 4 major albums, with their latest being Volume 4: Songs in the Key of Love & Hate in December of 2009.

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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Puddle Of Mudd — Away From Me bass tabs