[Intro]
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Don't be afraid of me, I'm what you need
[Verse 1]
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I saw you on the screens I know we're meant to be
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You're starring in my dreams In magazines You're looking right at me
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I'm here around the clock I'm waiting on your block
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But please don't call the cops They'll make me stop And I just wanna talk
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Bet I could change your life You could be my wife
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Could get into a fight I'll say, "You're right," And you'll kiss me goodnight
[Chorus]
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I waited on the corner 'til I saw the sitter leave
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Was easy getting over and I landed on my feet
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I came in through the kitchen looking for something to eat
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I left a calling card so they would know that it was me
[Postchorus]
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[Verse 2]
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I tried to save you but I failed Two fifty thousand dollar bail
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While I'm away, don't read my mail Just bring a veil And come visit me in jail
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I'll go back to the diner
I'll write another letter
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I hope you'll read it this time
You better
[Chorus]
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The cops around the corner stopped me when I tried to leave
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They told me I was crazy and they knocked me off my feet
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They came in through the kitchen looking for something discrete
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I left a calling card so they would know that it was me
[Postchorus]
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[Outro]
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I memorized your number, now I call you when I please
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I tried to end it all, but now I'm back up on my feet
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I saw you in the car with someone else and couldn't sleep
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If something happens to him, you can bet that it was me
| Bass Tabs |
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| Title |
The Diner |
| Artist |
Billie Eilish |
| Tablature Type |
ASCII Tab |
| YouTube ID |
gDVw1l6QDOg |
Interactive Bass Tab Guide
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Use these buttons to control the digital tab player.
| Symbol | Function |
|---|
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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).
