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Intermediate bass guitar tabs for "How Do I Know" by Here We Go Magic, in C major at about 158 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Tabs for "How Do I Know" by Here We Go Magic

Preview of the intermediate bass guitar tab arrangement for “How Do I Know” by Here We Go Magic.

How Do I Know by Here We Go Magic
Bass Guitar Tabs

Tab notationFretboard tab

The bass guitar part reads as a fretboard tab, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genreindie rock · alternative rock · indie pop
Moodmelancholic · introspective · questioning
Signaturequestioning indie rock with a gentle pop sensibility
C major
Key
158
BPM
2/4
Time
Chords

The progression

Cmaj/3
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-ChorusChorusVersePre-ChorusChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

acoustic guitar
clean, arpeggiated chords providing the harmonic backbone
bass guitar
warm, melodic, and supportive, often playing a round, syncopated pattern
electric guitar
clean, melodic lead lines that weave around the vocal melody
drums
steady, understated 4/4 beat with a soft kick, snare, and hi-hat pattern
synth pads
subtle, atmospheric pads that add depth and a dreamy texture
Album & artist
ALBUM

A Different Ship (2012)

Released in May 2012, this record grew out of the band's experiences playing festival stages like Glastonbury, Bonnaroo, and Coachella, where their tight improvisational interplay had become a defining quality. The album captures a more locked-in, groove-oriented side of the band compared to their earlier work.

All of A Different Ship
Artist

Here We Go Magic

Here We Go Magic was an indie rock band from Brooklyn, New York, formed in late 2008 around singer and songwriter Luke Temple. The group mixed elements of folk, ambient, and electronic music, building songs around looping textures and a spontaneous, improvisational live chemistry. Their core lineup included Temple alongside guitarist Michael Bloch and drummer Peter Hale, with additional members contributing across their releases.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "How Do I Know" in?

"How Do I Know" by Here We Go Magic is in C major.

What is the tempo of "How Do I Know"?

"How Do I Know" plays at around 158 BPM in 2/4 time.

What chords are in "How Do I Know"?

The core progression is Cmaj/3, built around the C major tonal center.

What instruments play on "How Do I Know"?

The recording features acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass guitar, drums, and synth pads.

Can I get "How Do I Know" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar tabs arrangement of "How Do I Know" by Here We Go Magic, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "How Do I Know" bass guitar tabs easy to play?

"How Do I Know" bass guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 158 BPM in C major with 1 core chords, the part sits at a comfortable intermediate level. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "How Do I Know" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar tabs for "How Do I Know" simplifies the busiest passages and rhythms while keeping the melody, so it is the easiest way to start. The intermediate and advanced arrangements are one tap away when you want more of the original.

What album is "How Do I Know" on?

"How Do I Know" appears on A Different Ship (2012).

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