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Veruca Salt — Number One Blind bass tabs

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Artist: Veruca Salt 
Song: Number One Blind
Album: American Thighs
Tuning: Standard
Authors: Nina Gordon and Jim Shapiro
Tab Author: Matt ([email protected])


Intro/Verse
During the first couple of these the end isn't as long as it is when Nina is singing.

G|——————————————————————|
D|——————————————————————|
A|—————————4—4—4————————|
E|—4—4—4—0———————5—2—2—2|

Pre—Chorus

G|——————————————|
D|——————————————|
A|——————————————|
E|—4—4—4—4—4—4—4| etc...

Chorus A

G|——————————————————|
D|——————————————————|
A|——————————————————|
E|—7—7—4—4—9—9—9—6—6|

Chorus B

G|———————————————————————————————|
D|———————————————————————————————|
A|—————————————————————7———————9—|
E|—7—7—7—4—4—9—9—7—5—5—————7—7———|

Bridge

G|———————————————————————|
D|———————————————————————|
A|—9—————9—————9—————9———|
E|————9—————9—————9—————9|

Solo
It's pretty much just Chorus A...

G|————————————————————|
D|————————————————————|
A|————————————————————|
E|—7—7—7—4—4—9—9—9—6—6|


Song Order:

Intro/Verse 8X
Pre—Chorus 1X
Chorus 3X
Verse 6X
Pre—Chorus 1X
Chorus 3X
Bridge 1X
Solo 4X
Chorus 6X
Solo/Outro 10X or till fade out

That's the song. It's quite easy and an awesome song. Enjoy!
Questions, comments, corrections, send to [email protected]


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Veruca Salt - Number One Blind Bass Tab

About Veruca Salt

Veruca Salt is a fictional character and the main antagonist from the Roald Dahl novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and the subsequent film adaptations.

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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