[Intro]
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[Verse 1]
"I’ve ran out reasons..." "...the dreamer's eyes"
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"Cause there is something..."
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[Pre-Chorus]
"I’m sick and tired..." "and yes my mind is awaken..."
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[Chorus]
"No I am not holding on..." "cause you’re already in my mind..."
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"And if you would walk alone..." "the clock is ticking backwards..."
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"I ain’t got it all..." "you’re not my energy"
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[Interlude]
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[Verse 2]
"Your tears are in..." "...the dreamer's lies"
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"There is something in your mind..."
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[Pre-Chorus]
"I’m sick and tired..." "my eyes are hiding the pavements..."
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[Chorus]
"No I am not holding on..." "cause you’re already in my mind..."
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"And if you would walk alone..." "the clock is ticking backwards..."
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"I ain’t got it all..." "you’re not my energy"
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[Interlude/Solo]
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[Chorus]
"No I am not holding on..." "you’re not my energy"
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"No I am not holding on..." "cause you’re already in my mind..."
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"And if you would walk alone..." "the clock is ticking backwards..."
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"I ain’t got it all..." "you’re not my energy"
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[Outro]
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| Bass Tabs |
|
| Title |
Not My Energy |
| Artist |
IV OF SPADES |
| Tablature Type |
ASCII Tab |
| YouTube ID |
ejb5nGB33BU |
Interactive Bass Tab Guide
Interactive bass tabs provide a better experience than ASCII tabs. With playback, loop, print features and a responsive display that follows the screen of your device.
Use these buttons to control the digital tab player.
| Symbol | Function |
|---|
| Move cursor to the first bar |
| Play interactive tabs |
| Pause playback |
| Loop |
| Print the tab |
| Zoom |
| Page | Switch between page and horizontal view mode |
How to Read Bass Tab: A Beginner's Guide
1. Understanding the Basics
a. Strings:
Bass tab consists of horizontal lines representing the strings of the bass guitar.
The lowest-pitched string (usually the E string) is at the bottom, and the highest-pitched string
(usually the G string) is at the top.
b. Numbers:
Numbers on the lines indicate which fret to play on a specific string.
For example, if you see "3" on the E string, it means you should press down the third fret on the lowest string.
2. Reading Bass Tab Example
In this tab:
- Play the note on the 1st fret of the E string.
- Play the open E string.
- Play the 3rd fret on the A string.
- Play the 1st fret on the A string.
G|-----------------|
D|-----------------|
A|---------3-------|
E|---1-1---1---3---|
3. Playing Techniques
a. Hammer-ons and Pull-offs:
Hammer-ons are represented by an "h" (e.g., 5h7 means play the 5th fret and hammer onto the 7th fret).
Pull-offs are represented by a "p" (e.g., 7p5 means play the 7th fret and pull off to the 5th fret).
b. Slides:
Slides are often indicated by an "/" or "\\" between two numbers (e.g., 5/7 means slide from the 5th fret to the 7th fret).
