How To Play Lofi/Neo Soul (in a few simple steps)

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  • @PaulDavids
    @PaulDavids  3 роки тому +659

    Feel free to join the LoFi party and share it using #lofichallenge and #pauldavids
    Enjoy!

    • @robbirose7032
      @robbirose7032 3 роки тому

      Nice

    • @aidensummers5938
      @aidensummers5938 3 роки тому +3

      Beautiful tele! Also that like button joke got me. 😂

    • @YiaMdj
      @YiaMdj 3 роки тому +4

      I think you need some more spice

    • @FrankFurther
      @FrankFurther 3 роки тому +3

      Have you got any plans to do an advanced course? I was looking at your intermediate but I think I'm already familiar with most if not all of the material judging by the descriptions on the site. If not do you have any recommendations? Love the channel!

    • @fizzysuxx
      @fizzysuxx 3 роки тому

      Fantastic Paul, great work!

  • @robmctavish8013
    @robmctavish8013 3 роки тому +5485

    Sure am glad he got that out of the way!

    • @nahuel6136
      @nahuel6136 3 роки тому +68

      yeah, such an inspiration :D

    • @gemgem3280
      @gemgem3280 3 роки тому +57

      I know right! It was so important and very helpful!

    • @laurensbronsveld
      @laurensbronsveld 3 роки тому +110

      Definitely. There are a lot of misconceptions regarding that topic..

    • @Johnhasa1
      @Johnhasa1 3 роки тому +9

      @@laurensbronsveld loool

    • @Johnhasa1
      @Johnhasa1 3 роки тому +19

      I love yt comments

  • @calebeeler1786
    @calebeeler1786 3 роки тому +817

    he is like the bob ross of guitar: speaks softly while doing something beautiful yet complex for the untrained. loved it

    • @pyrobasel
      @pyrobasel 2 роки тому +2

      Yes i agree a 100% thats exactly what my first thought was ;-)

    • @mrrogers1
      @mrrogers1 2 роки тому +4

      Except I never hear any happy little accidents from Paul

    • @Itsallgoodtogo
      @Itsallgoodtogo Рік тому +1

      @@mrrogers1 All the arpegios he does at the end of a demonstration.

  • @drewgieman
    @drewgieman 3 роки тому +6850

    This is the musical equivalent of watching Bob Ross paint.

    • @pasha-ly4ss
      @pasha-ly4ss 3 роки тому +13

      @Czesiek P. y not, cuz u don’t like it?

    • @tdc_2021
      @tdc_2021 3 роки тому +3

      @Czesiek P. Czesiek isn’t a real word

    • @JacksonSanders22
      @JacksonSanders22 3 роки тому +17

      I love this comparison haha I totally Im with you

    • @bredluvr6925
      @bredluvr6925 3 роки тому

      @Czesiek P. technically, you are music

    • @TaveZgg
      @TaveZgg 3 роки тому +8

      @Czesiek P. mfers who don't know what music is telling other people what music is, is my favorite thing on the internet

  • @joshuaperez-rios7452
    @joshuaperez-rios7452 3 роки тому +56

    Everything is perfect about this video. His playing, the vibe in his room, his guitar, his beard, his hair, and his outfit. This video is sick

  • @RC32Smiths01
    @RC32Smiths01 3 роки тому +1914

    Going from "Half-Assed Mediocre Pop-Song" to an Intricate Lofi tune in 5 minutes is surreal. Always a pleasure to see you play

    • @punkisinthedetails1470
      @punkisinthedetails1470 3 роки тому +2

      HAMPS

    • @Schmurze
      @Schmurze 3 роки тому +4

      I'm changing classic chords from the tunes that passes on the radio for example to jazzified chords, do it too and you'll progress greatly ! ^^

    • @alexvergara2491
      @alexvergara2491 3 роки тому +3

      5 minutes are usually days of working ;)

    • @24Vahid
      @24Vahid 3 роки тому +3

      @Czesiek P. Then what is?

    • @off6848
      @off6848 3 роки тому +2

      @@24Vahid this but with a bridge section and turn around and it’s called jazz

  • @mateotrapiello1114
    @mateotrapiello1114 3 роки тому +413

    One of the best lo-fi tracks I've ever heard (and man, have I heard tons of them!) and it feels so effortless to you, building it from the ground up in a matter of minutes and talking at the same time. Absolutely brilliant as always!

    • @slightlyaccurate8539
      @slightlyaccurate8539 3 роки тому +17

      He probably already have this prepared before recording the video

    • @lastmanstanding7155
      @lastmanstanding7155 3 роки тому +15

      @@slightlyaccurate8539
      Some would call it practice.

    • @damianb2374
      @damianb2374 2 роки тому

      What are some lo fi artists you mean/releases you have?

    • @NeoFighterX
      @NeoFighterX 2 роки тому +1

      this was one of the best lo-fi tracks you've ever heard...? :D

  • @thomasflores7817
    @thomasflores7817 3 роки тому +1120

    “Let’s record it before I forget it” needs to be my mantra.

    • @tedc6694
      @tedc6694 3 роки тому +4

      Jack Black says, "Always be recording!"

    • @omgvague
      @omgvague 3 роки тому +1

      I recorded a few things from my first week of making noises that sounded musical. A few years later and I haven't recorded since then. D:

    • @alexknight1301
      @alexknight1301 3 роки тому +18

      "Play what you just played again!"
      Me - o.O let me try and figure it out....

    • @next-genshadow85
      @next-genshadow85 3 роки тому +22

      How to be a REAL musician:
      - Grab your instrument
      - Accidentally play something really cool and original
      - You feel uncomfortable sitting so you adjust your sitting posture a little bit
      - Forget what you play literally 5 seconds ago
      - Shout "What the fuck did I play earlier" at least 15 times
      - Put down your instrument and feel unmotivated for 3 hours
      - repeat from step 1

    • @reggieedouard4361
      @reggieedouard4361 2 роки тому +5

      Bro, I’m at a point where WHENEVER I get a melodic idea, I immediately record it in my phone’s voice recorder. (Same with any vocal ideas)

  • @TheGroovyGuitarDude
    @TheGroovyGuitarDude 3 роки тому +1083

    Mannnn I’m totally going to jam on this, too chill! 😌🤙🏽

    • @rithvikO_o
      @rithvikO_o 3 роки тому +6

      heyyy I love your tutorials!!

  • @inkestrel
    @inkestrel 3 роки тому +770

    Omg Paul, your videos are definitions for “warmth” and “comfort”

  • @9ckr716
    @9ckr716 3 роки тому +4

    Man, I am jealous at first but then I am brutally humbled. Not only do you lay everything down in such a mindblowingly-simple(?) way- any player who's worth their chops will quickly recognize that this man is an exceptional player. Not to mention explaining everything as if his hands just literally have a mind of their own and he's just narrating what he's seeing them do.... wow

  • @jannejaakkola5836
    @jannejaakkola5836 3 роки тому +290

    Paul really isn't just a musician doing UA-cam, but an absolute professional in what he does. I'm always impressed how well thought out and cohesive the clips are overall, not to mention the butter smooth palying ofc.

  • @elempiar
    @elempiar 3 роки тому +13

    I just keep staring at this guitar whenever it appears in a video. What an absolute beauty...

  • @ScrapPalletMan
    @ScrapPalletMan 3 роки тому +2023

    I'm the king of LoFi. I'm an amazingly average guitar player from LoPractice, LoMotivation and superb at LoAcheivement 😬

    • @SirLeDoux
      @SirLeDoux 3 роки тому +34

      You and I should start a band ! Lol

    • @ScrapPalletMan
      @ScrapPalletMan 3 роки тому +197

      @@SirLeDoux We practice every February 29th.

    • @marcmeyer8910
      @marcmeyer8910 3 роки тому +10

      That's hitting a bit lo.

    • @inkestrel
      @inkestrel 3 роки тому +14

      😂(😔)

    • @eeboy1778
      @eeboy1778 3 роки тому +8

      @@ScrapPalletMan Could I also apply? Where do you practice, is it in the Lolands???🎸

  • @flyingisland7583
    @flyingisland7583 10 місяців тому +1

    I’m supposed to sleep but watching this makes me emotional, I think I can break this down on my jazz guitar but I know I have a lot of work to do to play it beautifully.
    I have my guitar since years, I consider myself more like a beat maker, but this last weeks I had spent most of my free time just playing around the guitar more than ever and I see a lot of doors opening and just waiting to be explored.
    For sure I going to play around this tomorrow, but I think I might need to schedule things and be consistent.
    Thanks for the supply of highly motivating content

  • @Anzio_Official
    @Anzio_Official 3 роки тому +1188

    Video starts
    First words: "Alright, with that out of the way, lets get started."
    Me: [visible confusion]

    • @AxlOfAwesome
      @AxlOfAwesome 3 роки тому +143

      UA-cam got quite aggressive with ads. I think thats his point.

    • @offgridas
      @offgridas 3 роки тому +11

      Ha same, no ads here

    • @IsThisRain
      @IsThisRain 3 роки тому +24

      UA-cam Premium gang wya 😈

    • @venemataylor
      @venemataylor 3 роки тому +12

      i tried to rewind it like four times

    • @ccelik97
      @ccelik97 3 роки тому +10

      @@IsThisRain ublock origin + fuck fuckadblock go brr

  • @YaBoiGotThatSauce
    @YaBoiGotThatSauce 2 роки тому +1

    Lol as I was watching this I was expecting for him to have barely any subscribers, like a hidden under appreciated gem. But I’m glad he’s getting the recognition he deserves.

  • @eeboy1778
    @eeboy1778 3 роки тому +300

    This underlines the fact that Paul is one of the most relatable guitar tutors out there. In a mere 5 minutes he shows how a simple progression can be turned into an extremely tasteful, interesting and fulfilling structure. Thanks again Paul 🙏.

    • @rupen42
      @rupen42 3 роки тому +8

      I feel like this is an exception to his usual videos. More often then not, he only starts answering the question ~40% of the way through the video, the beginning is mostly padding. I really like what he teaches though, which is why I keep coming back, but the pacing always bothers me.

    • @ccelik97
      @ccelik97 3 роки тому

      The key trick is to know and figure which parts of what chords would lead to the next one. Other than that just spice it up to our taste and you'll end up with something tasteful enough. I think what Paul actually adds to all these is his great presentation that's easy to wrap your head around.

    • @sharpenflat6002
      @sharpenflat6002 3 роки тому

      I can do the same thing in 45 seconds.

    • @alexcastro7339
      @alexcastro7339 3 роки тому +2

      Thanks for explaining what we just watched.... I don't know why Paul decided to speak Chinese in this video.. 😄

    • @eeboy1778
      @eeboy1778 3 роки тому

      Yep, practice is key. That’s sort of a given. I just re-read my observation, just to make sure I hadn’t written- “Watch this video. In five minutes you’ll learn how to play the guitar”. And I didn’t. Phew! Oh well, I’m off to have a little nap. Maybe I’ll have a science based dream, and wake up and immediately know how to split the atom….

  • @MalcolmVanAtta
    @MalcolmVanAtta Рік тому +7

    3:45 These are the little details in your video editing that often go unnoticed but this is what we love about you Paul! You're the best (nacho libre voice)

  • @beatalls
    @beatalls 3 роки тому +216

    That "dim slide trick" has such a George Harrison feel to it. Love it!

    • @SkrGta
      @SkrGta 3 роки тому +7

      That trick is in The Beatles - Michelle.

    • @bldejong
      @bldejong 3 роки тому

      Now try moving a major IV to a minor iv before going back to the I. In every Beatles song.

  • @rickbiessman6084
    @rickbiessman6084 2 роки тому +7

    I’ve been playing for over 15 years and I’m a capable guitarist, but... this progression, especially combined with the melody, has really challenged me. I’m curious to see how long it takes me to really get comfortable playing it so that it gets the calm, relaxed feel it needs.
    Very nice demonstration, David, and such a great example of how much skill it takes to play the way you do.

  • @Maurriss
    @Maurriss 3 роки тому +700

    Hearing the first 4 chords reminded me of Ed Sheeran's i see fire.
    Paul: "alright this sounds like a half assed pop song, right?"
    ...made me laugh 😂

    • @onurag7176
      @onurag7176 3 роки тому +23

      Ehh i see fire has a nice acoustic riff
      Works well for whar the song is

    • @Maurriss
      @Maurriss 3 роки тому +4

      @@onurag7176 agree. Pauls comment just hit me unexpected 😂

    • @XLBiker13
      @XLBiker13 3 роки тому +1

      Great comment! ...made me laugh 😂

    • @williamhogge5549
      @williamhogge5549 3 роки тому +7

      I think Sheerans gift is for lyrics. Writing 4 chord loops of mostly cowboy chords isn't exactly art.

    • @raiNjErs
      @raiNjErs 3 роки тому +3

      @@williamhogge5549 his writing influence came from rap / hip hop that's why he's able to story tell the lyrics in unique way

  • @jaraf4
    @jaraf4 6 місяців тому

    Im a mediocre player who hasnt much improved for the whole 13 years I play. Six months ago I bought my first electric guitar and try new things. Seeing this video and trying this stuff makes me smile just the way when I started playing. Thank you

  • @michogiann2746
    @michogiann2746 3 роки тому +242

    Soon we’ll be having 24/7 Paul David’s Chill beats.

  • @XLBiker13
    @XLBiker13 3 роки тому +61

    I watch A LOT of guitar videos. And this was absolutely one of the best I've ever watched and you accomplished that in just about 5 minutes! The build up as you demonstrated your graduated evolution from those first 4 chords to its final arrangement was so insightful and inspiring. Wow. This video was a remarkably convincing endorsement of your guitar courses. Nicely played.

  • @잉잉-h5x
    @잉잉-h5x 3 роки тому +67

    I am a Korean fan and I admire your guitar skills every day.

    • @stalwartnerd
      @stalwartnerd 3 роки тому

      Is the first circle in the characters of your online name fill ins for vowel that comes after it?

    • @milky_frog26fran67
      @milky_frog26fran67 3 роки тому +3

      @@stalwartnerd hello! Linguist here. Korean uses the ㅇglyph for two things.
      1. At the end of words for the 'ng' sound. At at the beginning of words with vowels as a silent, vowel placement holder :)

  • @Inflake
    @Inflake 3 роки тому +1

    I know for a fact that I cannot play like him right now but I’m hitting that like and subscribe button just so I can get inspired

  • @thebreakfastmenu
    @thebreakfastmenu 3 роки тому +87

    It's missing one thing:
    The Zelda Ocrarina theme melody played in octaves on piano.

  • @BankFishingBenny
    @BankFishingBenny 3 роки тому +16

    this just sparked a whole new wave of creativity and i cant wait to pick up my guitar after work and try this. thank you so much

  • @henker8819
    @henker8819 3 роки тому +93

    I like this step wise approach a lot. It gives me motivation to sit down and learn new things step by step. Each step feels like an accomplishment and motivates me to keep going on.

  • @ianosawaye
    @ianosawaye Рік тому

    Just wow! You made that look so easy. Brilliant sir 👏🏾👏🏾

  • @derrick11
    @derrick11 3 роки тому +16

    My doctor just prescribed a 90 minute full length Paul Davids lofi album to reduce my blood pressure.

  • @darrencamacho5541
    @darrencamacho5541 Рік тому

    Ok you got me hooked on neo...love this lesson..it actually opened up, in a weird way, hendrix style im working with...anything like this with a jazz feel...these quick lessons are great, when i get lost i try find one of your lessons to figure it out, its a great learning tool ..amazing i understand your language even tho i know nothing i follow your tutorials when i can..playing 2yrs , back surgery..needed an outlet couldnt ride 200miles a week anymore so taught myself guitar..haveing a marginal understanding of music ..played bass as a yout...58 now....PD you kept me going i am grateful. Mahalo
    Be well

  • @ianjakerobleza
    @ianjakerobleza 3 роки тому +73

    "Just as gentle as you are about to hit that like button" 😂 well I did hit it very gently lol

  • @ronanmusic118
    @ronanmusic118 3 роки тому +18

    I’m at a loss for words. This is one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever heard

  • @dexww378
    @dexww378 3 роки тому +79

    Makes a joke about hitting the like button while jamming, legendary.

  • @Anik4Life
    @Anik4Life 2 роки тому

    3:18 Heart was touched at this exact moment. respect, man.

  • @tellingyoustories
    @tellingyoustories 3 роки тому +23

    Dude, this is magic! The filmed sequence itself is so clean! And hearing the music evolve so quickly, but so smooth and satisfyingly. Damn.

  • @lithium224
    @lithium224 3 роки тому +34

    Seriously one of your best videos yet! Not only is this a great lo-fi tutorial, but also a fantastic guide on how to incorporate jazz concepts and melodies into your chord progressions. Bravo!

  • @lucienfreidel118
    @lucienfreidel118 3 роки тому +25

    This makes so much sense, thankyou so much I'm gonna learn every cord that goes together from now on, to play this with anything

  • @sgfire526
    @sgfire526 3 роки тому +7

    Right when I was stuck, this came out. I've been jamming to this for hours.

  • @alvislarson7853
    @alvislarson7853 3 роки тому +10

    I love these "how to play (insert genre) videos.... They're really amazing and helpful

  • @h0wdee0drain
    @h0wdee0drain 3 роки тому

    We're all used to chill with the Lofi Hip Hop Radio by Lofi Girl.
    Now Lofi Girl herself is listening to you.
    Hats off my man.

  • @XymomeyYT
    @XymomeyYT 3 роки тому

    I just watched pure perfection. A Man who has dedicated his life and mastered the fret board. Something awesome about this.

  • @robboddice9418
    @robboddice9418 3 роки тому +21

    most enigmatic beginning. Who is that on vocals? Sounds like something Mary Spender would do.

  • @WillsJazzLoft
    @WillsJazzLoft 2 роки тому +3

    It's wonderful that you show in a gradual manner how these chords are built. Thank you for sharing

  • @basedredpilled1809
    @basedredpilled1809 2 роки тому +3

    Man that was such a smooth "Just as gentle as you're about to hit that like button" that I had to go ahead and gently hit that like button. Thanks Paul, you're an amazing teacher.

  • @dawnkeyy
    @dawnkeyy 10 місяців тому

    I'd just like to say that this video features an amazing performance. A lot of guitar teachers could write a similar script about these concepts and do a voiceover/play then talk, but to play all this live while explaining what's happening so smoothly. Whoe

  • @alex.ann_der
    @alex.ann_der 3 роки тому +8

    You're one of the greatest music teachers in this platform, it's always a pleasure to see your new ideas that can help us a bunch. Thanks man, from Argentina 😎🇦🇷

  • @Enderg42
    @Enderg42 Рік тому

    He has ascended to a new level. Not only is he talking to the camera while playing in rhythm, he’s talking to the camera while staying in rhythm without even playing.

  • @danielhunter8008
    @danielhunter8008 3 роки тому +4

    "Yeah Paul, it would be great if I was capable of playing the chords and Melody at the same time"
    ...as I watch and listen in amazement.

  • @TocoaPuffs
    @TocoaPuffs 3 роки тому

    I don't know why, I've seen you play a lot, but I was surprised how easy you made this look and how clean it was. Then describing what you're doing as you're playing. You're incredible.

  • @AkhilSharmaTech
    @AkhilSharmaTech 3 роки тому +3

    It's not just the music, it's the way the video is created, it's just so darn brilliant!

  • @mike_lourensmusic
    @mike_lourensmusic 3 роки тому

    You seriously are inspirational to watch Paul, thanks for the vids

  • @Operos
    @Operos 3 роки тому +3

    It’s awesome how he’s able to speak and hold a conversation with the viewers while playing without error. When I try to talk and play something for someone my face contorts and my eyes get wide lmao

  • @Claude-Vanlalhruaia
    @Claude-Vanlalhruaia 3 роки тому

    The music is cool, chill, and well lofi but, your body movement is so energetic and spontaneous. That contrast got me engaged the most.

  • @manny_3949
    @manny_3949 2 роки тому +5

    I need this on my Spotify playlist!! It’s amazing

  • @AJ.Rafael
    @AJ.Rafael Рік тому

    Man, I can’t stop playing this one. Somehow this piece has a dual effect of chilling me out AND pulling on my heart strings at the same time. God I love music.

  • @gabrielmiranda8982
    @gabrielmiranda8982 3 роки тому +11

    I love the "in a few simple steps" videos, cause i can really apply those tips on my daily playing. Paul, your videos are sooo enjoyable, i look forward to watching them every time!

  • @alvarogonzalezdiez397
    @alvarogonzalezdiez397 3 роки тому

    Thank you, Paul! Great video, again!! 🤟

  • @sam_mathai
    @sam_mathai 3 роки тому +59

    Paul without a beard: Normal chords
    Paul with a beard: Lofi Chords

  • @philipchignell4902
    @philipchignell4902 2 роки тому +1

    I had already learned this from your small tube amp video, and when I started to learn this, it took me a while to realise that I was learning the same thing again!

  • @soundboy89
    @soundboy89 2 роки тому +17

    This was awesome! The final product was downright beautiful, and seeing the process really helped me wrap my head around what was going on. Such an amazing musician AND teacher. I think I'm gonna buy your intermediate course.

    • @shquankinket8068
      @shquankinket8068 Рік тому

      honestly tho. Everyone makes guitar courses but i feel like Pauls would be one of the only actually useful ones. At least for me, his teaching style is so damn effective plus he makes really good stuff that you always want to learn when you hear it

  • @fredfloyd68
    @fredfloyd68 Рік тому

    One word Joscho Stephan....Love both of you guys.Excellent musicians....

  • @DimickeLeMasson
    @DimickeLeMasson 3 роки тому +4

    Damn that thinline tele looks and sounds gorgeous!!! I've got a candy apple red thinline that I use for a lot of my uploads on YT, it's such a versatile guitar!!

  • @SwampDonkeySteve
    @SwampDonkeySteve 2 роки тому

    Finally the algorithm suggest something relevant! This was fantastic.... I hit the subscribe button before the halfway point. I'm a lefty so when i tried lessons at about 10 years old i got left behind as the tutor just said "flip everything I'm showing the others" and then basically ignored me. I've always wanted to pick up a guitar and learn but at almost 40 i think it's too late for me lmao.

  • @zmfrankie371
    @zmfrankie371 3 роки тому +4

    This was incredible Paul! Currently learning with you on your next level playing course. Hopefully I’d be able to come a little closer to this after I finish the course!

    • @mustafatalat1673
      @mustafatalat1673 3 роки тому

      I tried to open the course link but its not loading at all ... and i really would need ur advice about it ... is it a useful course because i play guitar and i can play something like this but if i heard it or read it but i can't jam or create something like this ... so it will really help me understanding how the whole process works the odds that i have in chords and etc .. so tell me .. am i going to find what im seeking for ??

  • @FawadRizvi
    @FawadRizvi 3 роки тому

    Every Paul video for me starts with that annoying ad "wait don't touch that skip button" and then paul comes in saying.. ok with that out of the way..it feels good!
    Paul is the number 1 trainer in the world.. amd there is no number 2

  • @connorfaucher9851
    @connorfaucher9851 3 роки тому +4

    An absolute masterpiece! The tone, the melody, the backing vocals, all incredible!

  • @isaacsmith1729
    @isaacsmith1729 2 роки тому

    I think soulful guitar might be my favorite type of electric guitar playing! It’s just so good!

  • @TonitoArtiaga
    @TonitoArtiaga 3 роки тому +99

    This popped up at the perfect time. I was trying to write something Lofi and was stuck!

  • @sethrenville798
    @sethrenville798 3 роки тому

    I really wasn't feeling that D chord, until the added the flat 9, and it made it fit so much better with everything else

  • @theunheardprophet4315
    @theunheardprophet4315 3 роки тому +23

    I didn't know I needed this

  • @benthepainter
    @benthepainter Рік тому

    Nice ❤ I’ve played guitar on and off since a kid now 47 and don’t want guitar to leave me so this is giving me inspiration to have a another attempt and pick up my Tele ❤️ Thankyou

  • @fartman7470
    @fartman7470 3 роки тому +4

    I just got an ad about a cancer patient and the intro of this video was just uncalled for lmao

  • @rodrigobrcl
    @rodrigobrcl Рік тому

    This is easily the best guitar tutorial I have ever seen on UA-cam

  • @theobrown8217
    @theobrown8217 2 роки тому +3

    This is what the electric guitar was really made for, just pure euphoria In the form of funky chords and hypnotising melodies.

  • @joarsoderman5777
    @joarsoderman5777 3 роки тому

    This is one of the best guitar videos, no one of the best videos on youtube imo

  • @vinicioserafini5929
    @vinicioserafini5929 3 роки тому +41

    "in a few simple steps" said Paul. Darn, you talented liar!

  • @CannaBusTeD
    @CannaBusTeD 2 роки тому

    Always make it look so effortless. Thanks for so many outstanding tips.

  • @markarolee
    @markarolee 3 роки тому +15

    All you need is vinyl cracking in the background and you have lo-fi

  • @sunjamrblues
    @sunjamrblues 2 роки тому

    This one and your "how everyone can play funk" video are my two favorites, because I can just grab my guitar and follow along.

  • @olbilldoor
    @olbilldoor 3 роки тому +30

    some real "Draw the rest of the Owl going on here"

    • @junglefett
      @junglefett 3 роки тому +2

      No :P
      Seventh chords, chord extensions and chord melody! You can learn these more thoroughly in your own time but he says what you have to do.

  • @PascalNormand
    @PascalNormand 3 роки тому +25

    I’d like to know more about those drop 2 chords. Any lesson on that? Can’t find one. Thanks

    • @dorakoltai732
      @dorakoltai732 3 роки тому +1

      So do I! Paul please make us some tutorials.

    • @fortuneunfaded
      @fortuneunfaded 3 роки тому +8

      UA-camr Jens Larsen has a video on it, as well as (where I learned it from) 8bitmusictheory, in which was called “dropping the 2 and the 4.” With orchestral pieces especially it can be used to create more open voices with formerly more closed voiced chords (which can can more clustered/muddy when strings play them).
      Essentially, a “drop 2 voicing” as far as my understanding is, “dropping” the second highest note in the chord an octave, creating a different unique sound

    • @fortuneunfaded
      @fortuneunfaded 3 роки тому +2

      A simple concept, but it allows for some variety which is always nice

    • @fortuneunfaded
      @fortuneunfaded 3 роки тому +1

      But I could be wrong and maybe Paul has a different understanding of the concept !

    • @williamhogge5549
      @williamhogge5549 3 роки тому

      Drop 2 chords are just your basic barre chords for the most part.

  • @adamm_farkas
    @adamm_farkas 3 місяці тому

    The first time I saw this was 2 years ago, and I think I finally understand what Paul is doing in it.

  • @RandomEditsCo
    @RandomEditsCo 3 роки тому +5

    The Obi-Wan of the guitar.

  • @joelmenezes1797
    @joelmenezes1797 Рік тому +1

    Whenever i watch your video i have to pick my guitar and start playing along!! You motivate Every person who wants to improve!! Thank you so much!! Love from India... ❤️🇮🇳🙏

  • @tylerbyars859
    @tylerbyars859 3 роки тому +7

    Plays “Heart of Gold” by Neil Young.... “just some half assed pop song” 😂😂😂

  • @Al-Kwadrone
    @Al-Kwadrone 3 роки тому +2

    Slapped, tapped, hammered on, pulled off, kept perfekt timing, rythm, harmony and melody.
    And talks like he’s sitting in a recliner with a cup of tea...
    OMG
    ✅ Approved!

  • @riccardopausini2108
    @riccardopausini2108 3 роки тому +6

    Not enough lofi. You forgot all the doublestop fills 😤

  • @MrABSENCESEVEN
    @MrABSENCESEVEN 2 роки тому

    Hard to find someone thats so incredibly talent and humble at the same time . makes learning much more digestible, keep doing what you love my guitar bro thank you 🙏

  • @DeantheGreen1978
    @DeantheGreen1978 2 роки тому

    I love that you’re slinging the thinline tele!

  • @darklordthomaspie6293
    @darklordthomaspie6293 3 роки тому +1

    First Funk, then Chillhop mixed with Neo Soul? You're a genre tutorial machine!

  • @djg4653
    @djg4653 2 роки тому

    You know you have chosen the right teach when they can explain everything in time with their improv.

  • @rudyzibar4136
    @rudyzibar4136 3 роки тому

    very kind of you to share your passions with us, Mr Paul Davids. I owe a good chunk of my insights about guitar to online creators like yourself!
    Lots of love from a guy in Canada!
    Cheers.

  • @dez967
    @dez967 3 роки тому

    This video was so comprehendible that I understood everything despite the fact that I don't even play guitar. I'm subscribing.

  • @k.c.george6993
    @k.c.george6993 3 роки тому

    Beautiful lesson... I wish you would explain the tail end of the video... Those substitutions are so nice.

  • @dannywinebrenner4493
    @dannywinebrenner4493 Рік тому +1

    This was sooooo good! I was grinning the whole time. Beautifully done. Inspiring to say the least.

  • @sandman1754
    @sandman1754 3 роки тому

    I love your mic dude, I had your voice on full volume at the beginning and the bass is like ASMR.

  • @TommyTrentonJr
    @TommyTrentonJr 3 роки тому

    man I love this all the way. Thank you for being awesome! Im new to guitar and neo soul lofi hip hop is my chosen journey. Subscribed.