How to Play Another One Bites the Dust Chords by Queen on Bass Guitar

Another One Bites the Dust is one of the most iconic songs by the legendary rock band Queen. It was released in 1980 as the fourth single from their album The Game and became a worldwide hit, reaching number one in several countries. The song features a catchy and groovy bass line by John Deacon, which is the main driving force of the track. In this article, we will show you how to play Another One Bites the Dust on bass guitar, using some online resources and tips.

Chords

Song Title: Another One Bites The Dust
Artist: Queen
Album Title: The Game
 
Capo 1
 
[Verse 1]
Em                                                                Am
Steve walks warily down the street, with the brim pulled way down low
Em                                                               Am
Ain't no sound but the sound of his feet, Machine guns ready to go
 
[Pre-Chorus]
C                      G
Are you ready, Are you ready for this
C                      G
Are you hanging on the edge of your seat
C                      G            Am                 B
Out of the doorway the bullets rip, to the sound of the beat
 
[Chorus]
Em                   Am
Another one bites the dust
Em                   Am
Another one bites the dust
Em                    Em                                         Am
And another one gone, and another one gone, Another one bites the dust
F#m            A
Hey, I'm gonna get you too
                      B7
Another one bites the dust
 
[Verse 2]
Em                                                                Am
How do you think I'm going to get along, Without you, when you're gone
Em                                                            Am
You took me for everything that I had, And kicked me out on my own
 
[Pre-Chorus]
C                      G
Are you happy, are you satisfied
C                      G
How long can you stand the heat
C                    G              Am                 B
Out of the doorway the bullets rip, to the sound of the beat
 
[Chorus]
Em                   Am
Another one bites the dust
Em                   Am
Another one bites the dust
Em                                                               Am
And another one gone, and another one gone, Another one bites the dust
F#m            A
Hey, I'm gonna get you too
                      B7
Another one bites the dust
 
[Link]
A                     B
Another one bites the dust
A                     B
Another one bites the dust
A                     B
Another one bites the dust
A                     B
Another one bites the dust
 
[Verse 3]
Em                                                                Am
There are plenty of ways you can hurt a man, And bring him to the ground
Em
You can beat him, You can cheat him, You can treat him bad and leave him
          Am
When he's down
 
[Pre-Chorus]
C                        G
But I'm ready, yes I'm ready for you
C                        G
I'm standing on my own two feet
C                        G          A                            B
Out of the doorway the bullets rip, Repeating to the sound of the beat, oh yeah
 
[Outro]
A                     B
Another one bites the dust
A                     B
Another one bites the dust
Em                                                               Am
And another one gone, and another one gone, Another one bites the dust
F#m            A
Hey, I'm gonna get you too
                      B
Another one bites the dust

The Bass Line

The bass line of Another One Bites the Dust is relatively simple, but very effective. It consists of four main parts: the intro, the verse, the pre-chorus, and the chorus. The intro and the verse are basically the same, with a slight variation at the end of the verse. The pre-chorus introduces some higher notes and a chromatic run, while the chorus adds some syncopation and a slide. The song is in E minor and has a tempo of 107 beats per minute.

To play the bass line, you will need to tune your bass guitar to standard tuning (E A D G). You can use a tuner or an online tool like this one to check your tuning. You will also need to use your fingers to pluck the strings, as using a pick will not give you the same tone and feel as John Deacon.

The bass tabs for Another One Bites the Dust can be found on various websites, such as this one or this one. You can also watch some video tutorials on YouTube, such as [this one] or [this one], to see how other bass players play the song and learn some tips and tricks.

Here are some general guidelines on how to read and play bass tabs:

• The four lines represent the four strings of your bass guitar, from top to bottom: G D A E.
• The numbers on the lines indicate which frets you need to press on each string. For example, 3 on the E string means you need to press the third fret on the thickest string.
• A zero means you need to play an open string, without pressing any frets.
• A dash means you need to let the note ring or sustain.
• A b means you need to bend the string slightly up or down to change its pitch.
• A / or \ means you need to slide up or down from one fret to another.
• A . above a note means you need to play it staccato, or short and detached.
• A = above a note means you need to play it legato, or smooth and connected.

The Rhythm

The rhythm of Another One Bites the Dust is very important, as it creates a lot of groove and energy. You need to pay attention to when you play each note and how long you hold it. You also need to use some accents and dynamics to emphasize certain notes and create contrast.

To play the rhythm correctly, you will need to count along with the song and use a metronome or a drum machine to practice. You can also use an online tool like [this one] to generate a backing track with drums and other instruments.

Here are some general guidelines on how to count and play rhythm:

• The song is in 4/4 time signature, which means there are four beats in each measure or bar. You can count each beat as 1 2 3 4.
• Each beat can be divided into four sub-beats or sixteenth notes. You can count each sub-beat as e + a. For example, one beat would be 1 e + a 2 e + a 3 e + a 4 e + a.
• Some notes are played on the beat, while others are played off the beat. For example, in the intro, you play E on 1, G on + of 1, A on 2, C on + of 2, E on 3, G on + of 3, A on 4, C on + of 4.
• Some notes are held longer than others. For example, in the intro, you hold E for two sub-beats (1 e), G for one sub-beat (+), A for two sub-beats (2 e), C for one sub-beat (+), and so on.
• Some notes are accented or played louder than others. For example, in the intro, you accent E on 1 and A on 2 and 4.
• Some notes are played softer or quieter than others. For example, in the intro, you play G and C softer than E and A.

The Tone

The tone of Another One Bites the Dust is very distinctive and recognizable. It has a lot of low-end and mid-range frequencies, with a slight distortion and compression. It also has a lot of attack and punch, which makes the bass line stand out in the mix.

To get a similar tone, you will need to adjust your bass guitar and your amplifier settings. You can also use some effects pedals or plugins to enhance your sound.

Here are some general guidelines on how to get a good tone:

• On your bass guitar, you can use the bridge pickup or a combination of both pickups. You can also roll off some of the treble and boost some of the bass and mid-range on your tone knob.
• On your amplifier, you can set the gain or volume to a moderate level, not too low or too high. You can also adjust the equalizer to cut some of the treble and boost some of the bass and mid-range frequencies. You can also add some reverb or delay to create some space and depth.
• On your effects pedals or plugins, you can use a distortion or overdrive pedal to add some grit and saturation to your sound. You can also use a compressor pedal to smooth out your dynamics and make your sound more consistent and punchy.

Conclusion

Another One Bites the Dust is a great song to learn and play on bass guitar. It will help you improve your technique, rhythm, and tone, as well as your musicality and creativity. It is also a lot of fun and will make you feel like a rock star.

We hope this article was helpful and informative. If you have any questions or feedback, please let us know in the comments below. Happy bass playing!