Talking Heads  —  Psycho Killer
Tabbed by Dibbley

Intro and verse
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Verse
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Chorus

Chorus Ourto into Bridge                Bridge
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Verse
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Chorus

Outro                                                                    End
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Verse:
I can't seem to face up to the facts
I'm tense and nervous and I can't relax
I can't sleep 'cause my bed's on fire
Don't touch me I'm a real live wire

Chorus:
Psycho Killer, qu'est que C'est
fa fa fa fa fa fa fa fa fa far better
Run run run run run run run away
Psycho Killer, qu'est que c'est
fa fa fa fa fa fa fa fa fa far better
Run run run run run run run away
Oh oh oh oooh, a ya ya ya ya oooh

Verse:
You start a conversation you can't even finish it.
You're talkin' a lot, but you're not sayin' anything.
When I have nothing to say, my lips are sealed.
Say something once, why say it again?

Chorus:
Psycho Killer,
Qu'est Que C'est
fa fa fa fa fa fa fa fa fa far better
Run run run run run run run away
Psycho Killer, qu'est que c'est
fa fa fa fa fa fa fa fa fa far better
Run run run run run run run away

Bridge:
Ce que j'ai fait, ce soir l
Ce qu'elle a dit, ce soir l
realisant, mon espoir, 
Je me lance vers la gloire... O.K.

Verse:
We are vain and we are blind
I hate people when their not polite

Chorus:
Psycho Killer, qu'est que c'est
fa fa fa fa fa fa fa fa fa far better
Run run run run run run run away
Psycho Killer, qu'est que c'est
fa fa fa fa fa fa fa fa fa far better
Run run run run run run run away

Outro:
oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh....

About Talking Heads

Talking Heads was an American rock band formed in 1974 in New York City and active until 1991. The band comprised David Byrne, Chris Frantz, Tina Weymouth and Jerry Harrison. Auxiliary musicians also frequently made appearances in concert and on the group's albums.

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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Talking Heads — Psycho Killer (ver 2) bass tabs