Song Title: On A Rope
Artist: Rocket From The Crypt
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This is just a correction of the verse, the other one sounded ok 
but this way just sounded more correct when i tried it.
Original Tab by: Op Ivy17   correction by Espy333 ([email protected])

Verse
G——————————————————————————————
D——————————————————————————————
A—————————————————————0————————
E—2—0—2——2—0—2——2—0—2———2—0—2——
(repeats 'till refrain)
Refrain
G————————————————————————————————
D————————————————————————————————
A—5—5—5—5—2—2—2—2—————————0—0—0—0
E—————————————————2—2—2—2————————
(2 1/2x first time, 3 1/2x next two times)

Bridge
G———————————————————————————————————
D———————————————————————————————————
A———————————————————————————————————
E—2—0—2——2—0—2——2—0—2——2—0—2——2—0—2—

G—————————————————————————————————
D—————————————————————————————————
A—5555555522222222————————00000000
E—————————————————22222222————————
(repeat this part 2x)

The refrain switches back to the chorus 
for two measures and then goes into the bridge.
After the bridge it switches back to the chorus for
3 1/2x and then goes to the verse music afterwards.

About Rocket From The Crypt

Rocket from the Crypt was an American rock band led by John Reis, formed in 1990 in San Diego, California and disbanded in 2005. Of Reis' many musical endeavors, Rocket from the Crypt were the most successful and most internationally recognized.[citation needed]

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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Rocket From The Crypt — On A Rope bass tabs