Walk Idiot Walk (Easy Version) Bass Tabs - The Hives @ BigBassTabs.com

The basic riff isn´t very hard to play and it takes till the refrain, so you just have to play the following tabs until singer sings: "They say..."

G|——————————————————————|
D|—————222222202222—————|  You don´t have to play X, you also 
A|——————————————————————|  can make a break here (that´s 
E|—030x————————————030x—|  easier)

Then comes the rafrain. You play the first note of basic riff and then you have to play this (listen to the guitar):
 
G|———————————————————————————————|  Then you wait for the 
D|———————————————————————————————|  drum bridge and start 
A|————————————22222222———————————|  again with the basic riff
E|—00—33333333—————————333333332—|  WITHOUT playing "030x"
                                    the first time.

You have to play this until the second refrai, where another part of the song starts. But here you just have to play nearly the same what guitar plays. Then the basic riff starts agin till the end. Try it, it´s pretty easy!

Added by Mario°drass

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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