You Give Love A Bad Name bass tab by Bon Jovi
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You Give Love A Bad Name by Bon Jovi: Guitar, Bass & Songwriting Insights
"You Give Love a Bad Name" by Bon Jovi features a catchy riff played by guitarist Richie Sambora, using a talk box to create the iconic vocal-like guitar effect in the solo. The song's driving rhythm is anchored by bassist Alec John Such, with Tico Torres providing a solid backbeat on drums. Released in 1986, the track became a massive hit, showcasing Bon Jovi's signature blend of rock and pop sensibilities.Bon Jovi - "You Give Love A Bad Name" - Bass Tab common time(4/4) standard tuning(EADG) Intro: |-------------|---------|-------------|-------------| |-------------|---------|-------------|-1-----------| |-3-r-----1-3-|-1-1-3---|-----1-----1-|---3-----1-2-| |-----4-------|---------|-4-r-----3---|-------3-----| 1 2 & 3 4 & 1 2 3 4 1 2 & 3 4 & 1 2 3 & 4 & |-------------|---------|-----------|---------| |-------------|---------|-----------|---------| |-3-r-----1-3-|-1-1-3---|-----1-----|---------| |-----4-------|---------|-4-r-------|---------| 1 2 & 3 4 & 1 2 3 4 1 2 & 3 4 1 2 3 4
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