The_Young_Rascals
Groovin
Tuning : E A D G Time Signature: 4/4
Main (Intro)
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|6———————————————|8———————————————|
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Bridge
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|3———————3———————|1———————1———————|
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|3———————3———————|1———————1———————|
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|————————————————|5—5——6——8—8—————|
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|3———————3———————|————————————————|
Main
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|————————8———8———|————————8———8———| 4x
|6———————————————|8———————————————|
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Bridge
Main 8x
Bridge variation ending with:
|————————————————|————————————————| "that would be ecstacy, you and me endlessly"
|6—6————6———5—5——|3—3———3——5—5————|
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Main 1x
Main (Outro)
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|—————5—6—7—8——8—| repeat until fade
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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:
Each line in a tab represents a string on your 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.
Play the first note by picking it, then press down on a higher fret with another finger without picking again.
G|-------------------| D|-------5h7---------|
Pluck a note and then "pull off" your finger to let a lower fret ring.
G|-------------------| D|-------7p5---------|
Move your finger up (/) or down (\) the fretboard while maintaining pressure.
G|-------------------| D|-------5/7---------|
G|-------7b9---------|
G|-------7~----------|
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.
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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