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*      PRAYER CHAIN : NEVER ENOUGH    *
*         from the album SHAWL        *
*             bass tab by             *
* CHRIS CUMMINGS : [email protected] *
*   http://www.wingnet.net/~chrisc    *
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NOTE: this is the way >I< play it and im singing while
I play so I do the minimalist thing so I can keep both
parts going.

a comma , means those notes are closer together
a dash  — means these notes are separated evenly
(play along with the song to get the rhythm down pat)

all through the opening I play a single E and A at the correct parts
(on the 2nd REDEEMER its E on HEALER its A) and let them ring.

then after NEVER,NEVER,NEVER ENOUGH
you play this basically the rest of the song:
E—————12,12,12,12,12—12,12—12,12—10—10
E—————12,12,12,12,12—12,12—12,12—15—14

you can listen for the key changes but it just moves up to the A string
A—————12,12,12,12,12—12,12—12,12—10—10
A—————12,12,12,12,12—12,12—12,12—15—14

during the wind down just hit an open E a few times then let ring
final part:
(I have a zoom506 programmed with some delay, reverb and chorus for this)
G—————5—5—5,5—12,12—5—5—5,5—12,12
G—————9—9—9,9—12,12—9—9—9,9—12,12

end on G—9
THIS IS HOW I PLAY IT...doesnt mean its right...but I didnt see anyone else jumping to 
tab much prayer chain so here ya go. :)
CHRIS CUMMINGS [email protected]

About Prayer Chain

The Prayer Chain was a 1990s Christian alternative rock band. The band has been called "the epitome of the Christian underground". The Prayer Chain was known for producing moody, angst-ridden music which was, in turn, the result of creative differences within the band and with their record label.

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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