Another One Bite The Dust Bass Tabs - Queen @ BigBassTabs.com

Tuning: Standard

NOTE: THIS ISNT IN E ITS IN E SHARP!ALL THE OTHER TABS ARE IN E. SO BEFORE YOU DOWNGRADE 
MY TAB BECAUSE YOU THINK IT'S OUT OF TUNE, LISTEN TO IT!

Intro
G]————————————————————————————————         
D]————————————————————————————————
A]——————————————————————————1—————
E]641———1———1———————11—1—4—1——————
  4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 

Chorus + Verse                                      
G]————————————————————————————————
D]————————————————————————————————
A]—————————————————————————1——————
E]1———1———1———————11—1—4—1————————
  1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 

Bridge
G]————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————
D]——————————6———————————————————————————————6—————————————————————
A]4—4———4—56——————4—4———4—56——————4—4———4—56——————————————————————
E]————————————4———————————————4———————————————4———6—6———6—78————4—
  1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 
    
Chorus 2                        Chorus Add—On
G]————————————————————————      G]————————
D]————————————————————————      D]————————
A]—————3—21—1—1———3———————      A]————————
E]3—————————————————————4—      E]1———————
  1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4         1 2 3 4 

TO MAKE IT EASIER, YOU COULD TUNE UP A HALF STEP AND PLAY EACH FRET DOWN ONE.

Order:                 My copy of this song starts late, im not sure if thats normal, so
Intro x2              in case yours doesn't, start again 2:28 after the song starts
Verse x5                            Intro x1            
Bridge x1                           Verse x2            I know I have intros all over,
Corus x3                            Intro x1         and it's more of and alternate verse
Chorus2 x1                          Bridge x1    + Chorus but I don't want to write that 
Verse x5                            Chorus x2             out.
Bridge x1                           Intro x1
Chorus x3                           Chorus 2 x1
Chorus2 x1                          Verse x1
                                    Intro x1
                                    Bridge x1

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! 🎸

Forum

Queen — Another One Bite The Dust bass tabs