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VAMPIRE WEEKEND —— WHITE SKY BASS TAB



Intro
(0:00—0:14)

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Verse Pt1
(0:15—0:43)

An ancient business
A modern piece of glasswork
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Down on the corner that
You walk each day in passing
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The elderly sales clerk won't eye us with suspicion
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The whole immortal corporation's given its permission
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Verse Pt2
(0:44—0:57)

A little stairway
A little bit of carpet

A pair of mirrors that are facing one another
 
Out in both directions
A thousand little Julia's

That come together in the middle of Manhattan


Pre—Chorus
(0:58—1:04)

You waited since lunch
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It all comes at once
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Chorus
(1:05—1:32)

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Verse 2
(1:33—1:46)

Around the corner
The house that modern art built

a house for modern art to keep it out the closets

The people who might own it
The sins of pride and envy

And on the second floor The Richard Serra Skatepark
 

Pre—Chorus 2
(1:47—1:53)

You waited since lunch
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It all comes at once
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Chorus 2
(1:54—2:07)

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Verse 3
(2:08—2:21)

Sit on the park wall
Ask all the right questions
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"Why are the horses racing taxis in the winter?"
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Look up at the buildings
Imagine who might live there
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Imagining your Wolfords in a ball upon the sink there
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Pre—Outro
(2:22—2:28)

You waited since lunch
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It all comes at once
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Outro
(2:29—3:00)

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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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