George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin, Dorothy Heyward, Du Bose Heyward, Adam Horovitz, Sublime, Brad Nowell, Adam Yauch, Marshall Goodman
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About the Artist: Sublime
Sublime emerged from Long Beach, California in the early 1990s, blending punk energy, reggae grooves, and ska rhythms into a sound that felt entirely their own. The band became one of the defining acts of the pop-punk and ska-core movement, drawing audiences across multiple genres with their infectious melodies and laid-back West Coast sensibility.
Why we love this
Doin' Time captures everything that made Sublime accessible to students: a groove-driven rhythm that rewards solid pocket playing, memorable melodic hooks that stick with learners, and the kind of song that reminds players why they picked up guitar in the first place. Guitar TAB makes the riff immediately playable rather than requiring staff reading, lowering the barrier for students who learn better from tab notation.
What to expect
Breezy and confident, with a laid-back groove that feels effortless even when played with precision. The song carries a summery, carefree quality, balancing upbeat energy with the kind of chill that comes from genuinely comfortable musicianship.
Who it's for
Guitar students in middle through high school who respond to contemporary, genre-blending rock and want to learn from tab. This piece works equally well for a student exploring ska and reggae influences as an ensemble feature or as a solo recital selection for someone drawn to pop-rock repertoire.
How to get the most out of it
Lock into the laid-back feel of the original recording rather than rushing the tempo; Sublime's strength lies in the pocket, not in speed or technical display.
Use percussive strikes and muting on the rhythm parts to capture the skeletal, rhythmic quality of the arrangement; this creates texture without requiring multiple instruments.
Pay attention to any syncopated accents in the TAB that may sit slightly ahead of or behind the beat; these small timing choices define the reggae-influenced swagger of the piece.
How to use it
Program this as a bridge between classical and contemporary contexts, or pair it with other pop-rock and ska selections to build a concert segment that speaks to your students' listening lives. It also works well as a recital piece for guitarists who want to showcase their ability to serve a groove without relying on technical flashiness.
Skills your students will build
Playing in a consistent pocket with reggae-influenced rhythmic phrasing
Reading and executing guitar tab notation accurately
Applying percussive muting techniques to create rhythmic texture
Balancing melodic clarity with rhythmic support in an ensemble context
