If You Think You SUCK at Guitar, Watch This.

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  • @MusicisWin
    @MusicisWin  5 років тому +8959

    Now go kick some ass

    • @caleb7929
      @caleb7929 5 років тому +33

      Music is Win gg man

    • @HUNTER_CAT_THOMPSON
      @HUNTER_CAT_THOMPSON 5 років тому +21

      JOIN SCIENTOLOGY TODAY!

    • @thischannelhasnomeaning1219
      @thischannelhasnomeaning1219 5 років тому +48

      I like ass
      I mean bass

    • @mantrasiddhaota8330
      @mantrasiddhaota8330 5 років тому +22

      So much inspired by this.. Thanks a lot man❤️

    • @germa9850
      @germa9850 5 років тому +9

      yeh suuuuuuuuuuuuure you can get motivated and improve your guitar skills to achieve happiness, oooooor you could buy 1958 les paul standard and a marshall stack and sound WAAAY better see this is why rich kids r elite...............justkidding lol this video actually helped me thnx

  • @wayneisname4544
    @wayneisname4544 4 роки тому +2276

    "The master has failed more times than you've even tried"

    • @josephcelis5312
      @josephcelis5312 3 роки тому +12

      Dam koro sensei

    • @thehandyguitarist453
      @thehandyguitarist453 3 роки тому +6

      That’s very true. Practice makes perfect!

    • @mejsjalv
      @mejsjalv 3 роки тому +10

      Yup, that'd be it. Spot on. You just keep on going, since you already know you're going to fail again and again.

    • @Stefan-du8br
      @Stefan-du8br 3 роки тому +7

      MASTER! MASTER!

    • @cembanditx1
      @cembanditx1 3 роки тому +3

      Outstanding

  • @killercour
    @killercour 5 років тому +17937

    OR... i could get a new guitar. That will fix it.

    • @boazcohen7992
      @boazcohen7992 5 років тому +326

      You read my thoughts!

    • @jules1553
      @jules1553 5 років тому +506

      Works 60% of the time every time

    • @bleachmaster1545
      @bleachmaster1545 5 років тому +346

      Nope I just need another pedal

    • @vitaliiua3952
      @vitaliiua3952 5 років тому +81

      and a few pedals!

    • @HrKCA
      @HrKCA 5 років тому +417

      You guys are silly
      A new amp might help, though

  • @sammysalami2340
    @sammysalami2340 5 років тому +3348

    I thought this was gonna be a "hey you think you suck? well look at this guy! he's a lot worse!" type video but now I'm just really inspired, thank you

    • @emanuelmagurean5487
      @emanuelmagurean5487 5 років тому +14

      well if you really want to feel better about your guitar skills, watch this : ua-cam.com/video/8g762REJWcg/v-deo.html

    • @goodidea5979
      @goodidea5979 4 роки тому +2

      @@emanuelmagurean5487 lmaoo

    • @th3unmaker
      @th3unmaker 4 роки тому +4

      @Sebastian Valle wrong- it was FREE psychology 😎

    • @geerdommel
      @geerdommel 4 роки тому

      Sammy Salami, Same, misleading title kinda

    • @aquajasper
      @aquajasper 4 роки тому

      Same! XD

  • @dimitrisadam1317
    @dimitrisadam1317 3 роки тому +245

    My parents once told me they had to cut my guitar lessons 'cause I wasn't getting any better, no matter how much time had passed and I felt really bad and disappointed so I told them that they're wrong and started practicing more and more, every single day of the week. Here I am, seven years later having a band and going to release our first album soon! Every time I hear about someone that gave up I just feel bad man..you just have to keep practicing and it will pay off! Also, can we just appreciate how rad the solo at the end is? My dude got me dancing damn!

    • @dannyboi9552
      @dannyboi9552 3 роки тому +5

      hell yeah man, keep playin forever :) i think my adoration for the big names kept me aying my drums since i started. i had to learn not to compare myself, but just to learn and aspire to be great like them one day, bc Bonzo didnt just come out of the womb doing crazy triplets on the kick

    • @dimitrisadam1317
      @dimitrisadam1317 3 роки тому +5

      @@dannyboi9552 Just remember dude, if it was easy then everyone would do it!;)) I bet Mr. John Bonham was spending the most of his time practicing and practicing man. That's why he's one of the best if not the best!! Just keep practicing my guy and don't try to compare yourself with everyone else because trust me, there's always gonna be someone better and at the end of the day you'll be disappointed like I did and most of us did when we were thinking about it!

    • @dannyboi9552
      @dannyboi9552 3 роки тому +1

      @@dimitrisadam1317 no doubt man! cheers :)

    • @eddywang9622
      @eddywang9622 3 роки тому +1

      Hehe, your parents probably did that cause they think your time was more worth investing into something else more important back then at that stage, thats why they cut it off, cause, whos going for guitar lessons all their life ?

    • @billyboy1152
      @billyboy1152 2 роки тому

      nothing but respect to you, man 💪💪💪💪

  • @God_For_A_Reason
    @God_For_A_Reason 5 років тому +3565

    I don't suck. I have a wrong pick

    • @watwantwatneed
      @watwantwatneed 5 років тому +150

      Aditya Bharadwaj And a bad guitar... and amp... and cables... and not enough pedals

    • @nooralamgir3703
      @nooralamgir3703 5 років тому +14

      Arrey bhai bhai bhai

    • @dominickdarpino5584
      @dominickdarpino5584 5 років тому +17

      you need the POD

    • @StrengthScholar0
      @StrengthScholar0 5 років тому +17

      @@watwantwatneed
      Don't forget about the strings. I can't get a good tone out of these shitty strings.....

    • @Zypemaytro
      @Zypemaytro 5 років тому +10

      I play with a coin like Brian May its actually better for me but that’s just me could be different to you

  • @ferrari48817
    @ferrari48817 4 роки тому +3748

    Short version:
    If you think you suck, you do.
    Keep practicing!
    Then you won't suck!

    • @samibryan5119
      @samibryan5119 4 роки тому +22

      I wish guitar tricks are free

    • @GriffinsTale1142
      @GriffinsTale1142 4 роки тому +109

      "The only difference between the master and the novice is the master has failed more times than the novice has tried" -Stephen McCranie.

    • @thegloobster
      @thegloobster 4 роки тому +25

      @@GriffinsTale1142 holy shit, thank you random commenter, this will leave a permanent etching in my mind of this quote cause I think it's a great one to remember, so I hope you know that the time to write this comment was WELL worth it. Thank you.

    • @DiscontinuedChannelOne
      @DiscontinuedChannelOne 4 роки тому +2

      PriceWillGames instead of playing songs
      Imma try to do my own material

    • @thegloobster
      @thegloobster 4 роки тому +5

      @@DiscontinuedChannelOne I'll subscribe if you'll post one on UA-cam, what do you play?

  • @kathy4873
    @kathy4873 3 роки тому +154

    "Comparison is the thief of joy." -Theodore Roosevelt

    • @EddieArafa
      @EddieArafa 3 роки тому +1

      I love this quote, thanks for sharing!

    • @CYB3R2K
      @CYB3R2K 4 місяці тому +1

      Is a fucking copout though.

  • @atial8708
    @atial8708 4 роки тому +861

    "Embarrassment is the cost of entry. If you aren't willing to look like a foolish beginner, you'll never become a graceful master"
    - Ed Latimore

    • @thehandyguitarist453
      @thehandyguitarist453 3 роки тому +1

      Sorry to self promote but please check out my guitar vids. I’d greatly appreciate it!

    • @jditty4050
      @jditty4050 3 роки тому +2

      Great quote. And all too true

    • @greenfly1264
      @greenfly1264 3 роки тому

      Brill.

    • @katekelly794
      @katekelly794 3 роки тому

      Well this is my new favorite quote

    • @NWTMasterWolf
      @NWTMasterWolf 3 роки тому +2

      As a vocalist I know this well LOL

  • @jw8930
    @jw8930 4 роки тому +846

    Just bought my first electric guitar. If it was easy, everyone would do it. It's easy to get frustrated. It's easy to get distracted. It's easy to quit. I'm tired of easy. I will do this. I've heard people say you can't do this. They say you'll quit, you're no good. You won't make it, but you know what? They're telling their story, not mine..

    • @seannng3454
      @seannng3454 4 роки тому +18

      Hows the guitar going now

    • @AbysmalGaming
      @AbysmalGaming 4 роки тому +14

      I bought my first one last week!

    • @maximilianogranifo9650
      @maximilianogranifo9650 4 роки тому +33

      @@seannng3454 he quit

    • @cooliusmaximus5802
      @cooliusmaximus5802 4 роки тому +3

      I hope you haven't quit.

    • @jw8930
      @jw8930 4 роки тому +54

      I haven't quit. I'm kinda like the guitar equivalent of Meg White on drums.

  • @skeliskull
    @skeliskull 3 роки тому +71

    "Talent" is a mindset. If you can teach yourself the right mindset, you can get good at anything

    • @jgdooley2003
      @jgdooley2003 3 роки тому

      As a modestly successful singer guitarist I have often been accused of having this mysterious thing called talent. Yes there is some talent involved like having a decent set of flexible, arthritis free hands, something not to be taken for granted at 63 yrs of age, and a good musical ear; but the main ingredient of a musical ability is playing often and in company of fellow musicians who can teach you a lot and help you hone your skills over time. Irish musical sessions, happening informally and often spontaneously in Irish pubs, were the stuff of my childhood and helped powerfully to develop my musical skills.

    • @JustAPokemonCommentingOnVideos
      @JustAPokemonCommentingOnVideos 3 роки тому +2

      @@jgdooley2003 dayum you shreddin' at 63? you are badass bruh

    • @jgdooley2003
      @jgdooley2003 3 роки тому +1

      @@JustAPokemonCommentingOnVideos More like guitar George, strictly rhythm, I do not make it cry or sing, but occasionally I can make my audience cry.....

    • @michaelblankenau6598
      @michaelblankenau6598 3 роки тому

      Talent is not mindset... You think Mozart was composing at 5 because he practiced 10 hours a day ?

    • @skeliskull
      @skeliskull 3 роки тому +2

      @@michaelblankenau6598 Yeah I do. Kids learn much faster than adults and have a lot of time on their hands. If a kid had the right mindset and really wanted to compose it's no surprise they got super good at it.

  • @cooliusmaximus5802
    @cooliusmaximus5802 4 роки тому +695

    Honestly, whether you have been playing for 5 months or 5 years, think back to when your fingers were hurting by simply fretting. Look back to when you couldnt keep a strum pattern going. Look back to when you couldn't alternate pick. Look back to when you were finally able to play your first riff decently. You're doing great.
    You and I compare ourselves to those professional guitarists that inspired us to learn the guitar. It sucks doing that to ourselves, but, as long as we continue on practicing and learning, we'll eventually reach that love.
    For me, I forget that some of these brilliant guitarists have been playing since their middle school years, if not younger, being able to practice up to 8 hours a day. I didn't buy my first guitar until I was 19 and working 8 hours a day.
    I wish you all the best and let's all continue to practice and jam out with other musicians when given the chance.

    • @diphylleiagrayi2935
      @diphylleiagrayi2935 4 роки тому +11

      I felt that. Thank you 🖤

    • @pietro1801
      @pietro1801 4 роки тому +34

      When I started playing (as an adult), I blamed myself for not starting younger, for not being laser-focused on music since my middle school years. Comparing your skills to those of people who have literal decades of head start on you is incredibly harsh and unfair to yourself.

    • @cooliusmaximus5802
      @cooliusmaximus5802 4 роки тому +7

      @@pietro1801 I feel you on that one, man.

    • @Anvarynn
      @Anvarynn 4 роки тому +8

      I can do none of these things.

    • @isuckatguitar6252
      @isuckatguitar6252 4 роки тому +14

      I started at 43 my attitude is put in the practise hours & hopefully see some results down the line...and enjoy the journey.

  • @jacksuggh8664
    @jacksuggh8664 4 роки тому +390

    “Sucking at something is the first step at being sorta good at something.”

    • @jamesblond516
      @jamesblond516 3 роки тому +13

      thanks jake

    • @thehandyguitarist453
      @thehandyguitarist453 3 роки тому +1

      Sorry to self promote but please check out my guitar vids. I’d greatly appreciate it!

    • @theriffwriter2194
      @theriffwriter2194 3 роки тому +2

      Robert Greene's book Mastery has impacted my life more than any other piece of media I've ever consumed. It talks about the value of practice, the 10'000 hour rule and gives many examples, from Einstein to Mozart, debunking every myth about born, innate "talent" we've ever been taught.
      A few years ago I got my daughter a keyboard for Christmas and within five day we were both playing full Beethoven sonatas. Skipped right past marry has a little lamb and Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. All three of us (including a sixteen year old) have jobs in the arts and I take credit for none of it. My only regret is I didn't discover the value of practice till my 40s.
      The moment we collectively dismiss the myth of "talent" as a society we enter a 2nd Renaissance!

    • @brucewayne3608
      @brucewayne3608 3 роки тому +1

      Ilysm

    • @-NguyenKienHao-CA
      @-NguyenKienHao-CA 3 роки тому +1

      This advice has always worked for prostitutes

  • @hybrid4117
    @hybrid4117 5 років тому +3804

    If you think you suck at guitar,watch Lil Wayne's guitar solo.

  • @knastvogel
    @knastvogel 4 роки тому +189

    There is a shortcut though: Lower your standards.

  • @41Extremo
    @41Extremo 5 років тому +852

    I always wanted to learn guitar but the beginning just seemed so frustrating

    • @stonedmole2351
      @stonedmole2351 4 роки тому +92

      I liked the start, because it's where you learn the fastest. When you have played for 5 years, your level is stagnating while still sucking

    • @fleurincarnat
      @fleurincarnat 4 роки тому +13

      @@stonedmole2351 i feel that

    • @AlexBrown-oq1jk
      @AlexBrown-oq1jk 4 роки тому +27

      Stoned Mole r/woooosh

    • @stonedmole2351
      @stonedmole2351 4 роки тому +43

      @@AlexBrown-oq1jk why woooosh? It's just a different point of view. Moreover, linking subs outside of reddit is plain stupid

    • @AlexBrown-oq1jk
      @AlexBrown-oq1jk 4 роки тому +72

      Stoned Mole the original comment was mocking that Yousician advertisement that pops up on every video lol. That was the joke. In all seriousness though, I strongly agree with what you said on stagnating.

  • @MH-yb8dp
    @MH-yb8dp 5 років тому +1285

    “Hey, sucking at something is the first step to bein sorta good at something!”
    -Jake the Dog, Adventure Time

    • @quandaleinstitute5623
      @quandaleinstitute5623 5 років тому +21

      Adventure time will always have a special place in my heart

    • @foulmouth333
      @foulmouth333 5 років тому +3

      Dan Moseley same

    • @miinxxx
      @miinxxx 5 років тому +2

      jake said that??

    • @teh_m8
      @teh_m8 5 років тому +1

      ...said mother to daughter...

    • @nicholasdakuras2600
      @nicholasdakuras2600 4 роки тому +1

      Right up my alley guitar video with adventure time reference

  • @samriley3417
    @samriley3417 5 років тому +3240

    The difference between an amateur and a professional
    Amateur: practice till you get it right
    Professional: practice till you never get it wrong

    • @davecarsley8773
      @davecarsley8773 4 роки тому +272

      Actually, I think the difference is that a professional gets paid for their work.

    • @rudenessm143
      @rudenessm143 4 роки тому +34

      Sam Riley no Amateur = weekend warrior Professional= $$$$ women Drugs

    • @davecarsley8773
      @davecarsley8773 4 роки тому +14

      @@rudenessm143 You might wanna grab one of them thurr dictionaries.

    • @MrMann-gt1eh
      @MrMann-gt1eh 4 роки тому +7

      Sam Riley 💯

    • @anthonystark5412
      @anthonystark5412 4 роки тому +44

      @Sam Riley
      If you think that professional musicians practice until they're 100% certain that they'll never get it wrong, you're living in a fantasy-world

  • @closetjimi
    @closetjimi 4 роки тому +247

    Every guitarist when they hit a plateau: hmm music theory

    • @bmxboxter
      @bmxboxter 3 роки тому

      😰

    • @thehandyguitarist453
      @thehandyguitarist453 3 роки тому +2

      Sorry to self promote but please check out my guitar vids. I’d greatly appreciate it!

    • @SkilledTadpole
      @SkilledTadpole 3 роки тому +10

      "I really should learn it, but I don't wannnnaaaa"

    • @redacted1402
      @redacted1402 3 роки тому +3

      @@SkilledTadpole me rn lmaooo

    • @justcallme_tom
      @justcallme_tom Рік тому

      Nah, I'd rather quit for a year or two, prepare mentally for better playing, come back and play better.
      BTW, that's *actually* how it goes.

  • @MarkArandjus
    @MarkArandjus 5 років тому +981

    *"Sucking at something is the first step to being sorta good at something."*
    _-Jake the Dog_

    • @NeecoNeeco
      @NeecoNeeco 5 років тому +10

      this is what came to my mind, too

    • @trackerrzz_3130
      @trackerrzz_3130 4 роки тому +6

      Copy

    • @attempt58
      @attempt58 4 роки тому +3

      copied

    • @sandybishop2418
      @sandybishop2418 4 роки тому +6

      Holy shit this is my new favourite quote of all time. Adventure time makes me very happy

    • @pattif8718
      @pattif8718 4 роки тому +1

      @@sandybishop2418 They had a limited adventure time guitar on cartoon networks website idk if its still there

  • @oldgreg517
    @oldgreg517 5 років тому +1790

    1: Be under 27
    2: Sell your soul
    3: ???
    4: Profit

    • @randymarsh5088
      @randymarsh5088 5 років тому +64

      Step one : acquire underpants
      Step two : ???
      Step three : profit

    • @QteaTheSwag
      @QteaTheSwag 5 років тому +12

      Your profile pic brought back too many memories

    • @nathandegroot6490
      @nathandegroot6490 5 років тому +37

      Satan is no joke. Jesus is coming soon and we should go to Jesus and ask for forgiveness for our sins.

    • @SaltyMaud
      @SaltyMaud 5 років тому +21

      @@nathandegroot6490 I thought the whole deal with christianity was that jesus erased our sins by.. getting killed and willingly suspending our disbelief with this whole supernatural religion bullshit was supposed to grant us access to the nonexistent heaven? So why would i ever want to grovel up to a zombie jesus and ask for something i already got?

    • @kotanovakota
      @kotanovakota 5 років тому +11

      @@SaltyMaud Nah True Story - Jesus got too popular and the roman government were against popular people so they nailed him to a cross (that's rude)

  • @safaalperyagmur8713
    @safaalperyagmur8713 5 років тому +823

    Tyler knows that his audience suck at guitar
    Tyler titled his video with this knowledge
    Tyler is smart

  • @chrisbunker2117
    @chrisbunker2117 3 роки тому +56

    I´ve had an acoustic laying around for about 30 years, (I´m 56 years old). Then thanks to You Tube I got the bug and started practicing, practicing, practicng...I´m slowly making progress.
    I´m doing Regular and Bass. My pinkies are hurting but I´m loviing it.
    Many thanks to all the people out there giving inspiration and free lessons and of course
    You Tube, YOU ARE ALL LEGEND!!!
    Love and Peace to You All

    • @jazzram_
      @jazzram_ 3 роки тому

      :o

    • @SaiyanMode01
      @SaiyanMode01 2 роки тому

      Good to hear that, how are you handling it all today? Hope it's going good

  • @Deathgeist
    @Deathgeist 5 років тому +400

    This video came at a perfect time in both my life and playing, thanks for this man.

    • @megadavetaylor2949
      @megadavetaylor2949 5 років тому +8

      For me too. I bought my first electric guitar 2 months ago, now bad things happened and I didnt want to play it until now. This video gave me the reason.

    • @stankcooter
      @stankcooter 5 років тому +3

      stay strong fellas

    • @DirtJunkie1620
      @DirtJunkie1620 5 років тому +5

      Me too! And I've been playing for over 30 years... Thanks Music is Win!!

    • @francis0751
      @francis0751 5 років тому +2

      Same here, returning to guitar after years of not playing.. Now I feel bad for the wasted time..

  • @myboxissharp
    @myboxissharp 5 років тому +1028

    My favorite Bob Ross quote is "Skill is nothing more than a pursued interest".

    • @timlewis80
      @timlewis80 5 років тому +4

      I miss him... 😞

    • @jackharris566
      @jackharris566 5 років тому +20

      my favorite is beat the devil out of it lol

    • @marunero3
      @marunero3 5 років тому +3

      @@timlewis80 he is streaming always so idk

    • @rickf6375
      @rickf6375 5 років тому +1

      @@marunero3 wow such funny

    • @deebo1186
      @deebo1186 5 років тому +1

      Neyro Seven Lol

  • @AlaaImam
    @AlaaImam 5 років тому +304

    I'm so happy I finally have caught up to the skill level of my idol..
    *Lil Wayne*

    • @ddabeast3274
      @ddabeast3274 5 років тому +3

      Haha I didn't see that coming

    • @kennethmabus381
      @kennethmabus381 5 років тому +1

      Yah that's a good one!

    • @thorfinn4619
      @thorfinn4619 4 роки тому +3

      I think that's immpossible, but keep practicing.

  • @PaulSpeed42
    @PaulSpeed42 5 років тому +260

    “Dude, suckin' at something is the first step to being sorta good at something.” ― Jake the Dog. That and the Chinese proverb: "The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” ...are my mantras.

    • @BlakeNix
      @BlakeNix 4 роки тому +1

      Paul Speed Dang. Those are really good mantras.

    • @delacruzneili
      @delacruzneili 4 роки тому

      really good chinese quote

    • @bongobliss5795
      @bongobliss5795 4 роки тому +3

      Ol' Jakey always knew what to say

    • @KelliHell
      @KelliHell 4 роки тому +1

      The Chinese one is great but half an hour after reading it I wanted more mantras

  • @noahsark9962
    @noahsark9962 Рік тому +38

    Been drifting away from guitar and have been using the same box scales and ish, feeling horrible to be honest despite being a fast learner and have been playing for like 3 year I just feel like I'm loosing it, going to start practicing every day again and just enjoy the instrument way more than I did, I saw the damage it does not playing for days to even weeks, I need to have that spark I did when I started, hopefully I can get over this learning block and problem, hope you all make it to what you want to be someday!

    • @deluzh
      @deluzh Рік тому +2

      I've got the same problem, i feel like I'm getting worse with practice somehow

    • @noahsark9962
      @noahsark9962 Рік тому +2

      @@deluzh listen dude, Fuck what you're saying, I've been practicing crazy this past month and still going strong, it was hard pushing my hands to their limits but getting at least 4 5 or 6 hours a day is so worth it, I've gotten so much better my speed increased and I've been improving on improvising, just be dedicated bro trust me on this, it may seem like you aren't improving but you are you gotta feel it and trust yourself. Goodluck man

    • @ZirrahMoon
      @ZirrahMoon Рік тому +1

      I have been playing for 5 years, and I feel like I can't play shit like I can't remember my scales I can tap and hermonic tap and all this other shit I feel like I can't apply it to anything though I have thought about giving up, and its strange but true I am just losing that passion I guess but I am desperately trying to get better sucks ass.

    • @noahsark9962
      @noahsark9962 Рік тому

      @@ZirrahMoon hey man, Honestly I've been getting way better, what I did was set a time for practice 4 hours everyday, I start d by practicing the spidercrawl for hours, just improving accuracy and speed, then I went on to try and improve my theory and getting out of the box scale, I watched Paul Davids, he really taught me some good information on using scales and chords together in music and learning scales has opened my eyes to songs I've been learning, also learn the chromatic scale it's so worth it. Right now I'm learning some classical since it's different and could definitely help me improve my accuracy and build finger picking skills, just do what you think fits you best and start small, don't be afraid to explore different genres either they really helped me, blues especially, it uses theory in its music which really stands out when you learn it, hope you find what you're looking for, been practicing hard for the past month or two.

    • @noahsark9962
      @noahsark9962 Рік тому

      @@ZirrahMoon also, that feeling of not wanting to pick up the guitar is normal, every day I want to just do something else but I still practice despite that feeling and in the end I go to sleep proud and satisfied that I got up and did it, you got this!

  • @schopenhauerassplower4223
    @schopenhauerassplower4223 4 роки тому +408

    UA-cam : “Hey you suck at guitar bro watch this to be encouraged bro”

  • @wiseguy9202
    @wiseguy9202 4 роки тому +80

    Been playing for about 30 years and I've learned way more in the last 10 with the advent of UA-cam. Today's accessibility makes learning guitar WAYYYYYYY easier.

    • @alouiciousdeverdander9152
      @alouiciousdeverdander9152 3 роки тому +5

      Exactly... I keep saying this... if I only had these resources 30 years ago... man... where might I be today???

    • @mr.stealyourgrill1190
      @mr.stealyourgrill1190 3 роки тому +2

      Ikr I started learning guitar 3 days ago with some easy riffs on UA-cam. And I can (semi decently) play the tapping part of the eruption solo.

    • @jimmyparris9892
      @jimmyparris9892 3 роки тому +2

      The "beginner" guitars are so much better than they were 30 years ago too. I know that has helped me stick with it. I still suck, but my living room walls don't complain.

    • @thehandyguitarist453
      @thehandyguitarist453 3 роки тому +1

      Sorry to self promote but please check out my guitar vids. I’d greatly appreciate it!

    • @wiseguy9202
      @wiseguy9202 3 роки тому

      @@jimmyparris9892 100 times better today.

  • @thestonedabbot9551
    @thestonedabbot9551 5 років тому +298

    "The most despicable form of cowardice is self-pity."
    - Marcus Aurelius (Emperor of Rome 161-180 AD)

    • @douchymcdouche169
      @douchymcdouche169 5 років тому +14

      "Luke, use the force." - Jean Luc Picard.

    • @joshbrz8902
      @joshbrz8902 4 роки тому +2

      No i would say suicide is the most dispicable form of cowardice

    • @douchymcdouche169
      @douchymcdouche169 4 роки тому +6

      @@joshbrz8902 Suicide is every person's right. We're all going to die but some people prefer to take a shortcut. Nothing wrong with that.

    • @ethioredpill305
      @ethioredpill305 4 роки тому

      Amen

    • @joshbrz8902
      @joshbrz8902 4 роки тому +2

      There is no afterlife for a man who chooses death

  • @Doomzdayxx
    @Doomzdayxx 3 роки тому +32

    Oh. I was totally expecting to see hidden camera footage of me playing guitar

  • @diegovegadelahoz2347
    @diegovegadelahoz2347 5 років тому +336

    Speak for yourself... I already mastered the G chord
    I quit guitar at the peak of my skills.

    • @owlofathena1247
      @owlofathena1247 5 років тому +28

      Pfff, get on my level noob, I just mastered the B diminished chord and only 3 of my fingers hurt

    • @zeep32696
      @zeep32696 5 років тому +7

      @@owlofathena1247 #dead

    • @mobilemetal4554
      @mobilemetal4554 5 років тому +24

      Oh yea! Well I can bend to perfect pitch without moving my mouth.

    • @moosbauer8026
      @moosbauer8026 5 років тому +11

      @@mobilemetal4554 fuck thats good

    • @shotgunsam23
      @shotgunsam23 5 років тому +3

      diego vega de la hoz pffffft well I have mastered the A major chord so ha

  • @maddoxmoody6625
    @maddoxmoody6625 4 роки тому +253

    You will probably never see this, but this has really helped me out. I was sitting here giving up on my dreams of being in at least a semi big band and I saw this. I have been playing for almost four years and have gotten pretty good for a thirteen year old. But I think I met the best skill I could in guitar. I cant really play fast or do anything really impressive but I had feel. And I believe that if you have that feel it dosent matter how fast you can play or how many fancy guitar tricks you know. And if you truly enjoy it, you can go far. But I kinda lost that feel. I was taking guitar lessons to try and improve and I just felt pressured to play and improve in guitar and that kinda ruined it for me. I had no joy in guitar, I would only really play it if I was practising for lessons or doing lessons. So I stopped doing lessons and that made me feel a lot better about guitar. But my dad was not happy I quit. He didnt argue with me or anything, he just kinda hinted that I wont be able to improve without them. I am almost completely taught with youtube videos and stuff so I was confident that I could still improve on my own. But I didnt. And a couple of weeks past and I was just sad and angry. Today I had a long talk about it and I just broke down when we got home. But seeing this gave me some more confidence that I can (maybe) still improve without needing to take these lessons. Now I am sitting here crying writing this comment, and I just wanted you to know that you helped me out a lot. Music is the only thing that makes me truly happy.
    Thanks.

    • @callie8199
      @callie8199 3 роки тому +15

      your story is similar to mine. i started guitar when i was 8 after my parents persisted for me to pick up a hobby, and I've been taking lessons every thursday since then.
      it's been five years since I've started lessons, and I've barely accomplished anything in that span of time because of my lack of motivation as well as other mental factors. pretty much, i only got to learn the basics of guitar and learn a few chords at maximum. it sucks when i recall how much time i could have spent practicing, over the years.
      however, I've recently picked up my guitar a couple months ago after being inspired by a band, and since then, I've learned and memorized three new songs, as well as memorized the pentatonic scale, and learned how to write sheet music! a lot can happen in a short span of time if you dedicate time and effort into accomplishing your goals, and I'm happy to say that I'm on my way to achieving greater things. :)
      and i hope you find your motivation, too.

    • @Isaac-we2ks
      @Isaac-we2ks 3 роки тому +10

      first off I'll say i wish I got into guitar at ur age man, that alone is a blessing. I'm barely taking it serious at 23 and ur commitment and the commitment of hvneycrisp is inspiring. Keep on going and find what motivates u to practice...it should always be for fun or even for expression of feelings etc. Thanks for ur post im getting back on the guitar grind

    • @tanjirokamado1391
      @tanjirokamado1391 3 роки тому +6

      Get rid of the (maybe) put in the (i will)

    • @mr.stealyourgrill1190
      @mr.stealyourgrill1190 3 роки тому +3

      Keep this in mind... you're thirteen the older you get the more you'll mature and the more skill and experience you'll gain. Dont hold yourself to the same standard as someone who's an adult. Also try to learn a couple of your favorite songs. Dont worry too much about learning cords or whatever just play to enjoy it if you get what I mean.

    • @ralphralpherson9441
      @ralphralpherson9441 3 роки тому +8

      Ha... you sound like me at 13... Bro, feel is important. Lots of fast shreddy players have too little feel... but you also need the skills. What you need is a teacher to show you TECHNIQUE... all those blistering hard things??? Yeah...big secret is, they aint that hard...you just need the KEYS that unlock them! Its the little technique you employ to make a hard thing easy. Like sweep picking... took me TEN DAMN YEARS to learn to sweep pick...know why? I was doing it DEAD WRONG for years... I had incorporated PISS POOR technique and committed it into muscle memory. Once it was explained to me PROPERLY (by an old jazz player actually....weird) I was melting arpeggios like Yngwie... Broaden your musical base, listen to more players, and seek out those who are BETTER than you and stick by their side absorbing everything they know. Once you've done that, the student becomes the master and you can move on to a more sophisticated teacher. It comes with time young homie... but TECHNIQUE is so huge... that and practicing enough. Add one skill per week and you'll be kicking arse soon. (for example, downward pick angle and edge picking for 6 note per string phrases, or learning a few modes)...Damn dude... I think guys like you need their own UA-cam channel. Like, a channel solely dedicated to intermediate players who need to get over that hump to advanced... maybe Ill go buy a camera.

  • @makaylanicole2735
    @makaylanicole2735 5 років тому +229

    "I believe every guitar player inherently has something unique about their playing. They just have to indentify what it is, and develop it" - Jimmy Page
    "If you want music to be your livelihood, then play, play, play, and play, and eventually you'll get to were you want to be" - Eddie Van Halen

    • @bloodymir
      @bloodymir 5 років тому +1

      Really cooooool

    • @goncalobaia1574
      @goncalobaia1574 5 років тому +5

      Jimmy Pages quote is so accurate, deep down inside we all have our own unique personality (even tho nowadays people plain refuse that because they wanna be "included"), and a real guitar artist is the one that finds his own personality, his own sensation and translates it into the melody

    • @bloodymir
      @bloodymir 5 років тому +6

      @@goncalobaia1574 u're damn right, i remember when i started with the guitar i wanted to imitate those guitar gods, i practiced and practiced for years, some time after i realized i'd never play like them, i was very sad, i wasn't going to be a famous musician. That's the mistake many people make, they want to achieve something just to be popular o impress someone, real happiness is inside us. Now I make songs, upload them to youtube and get 5 or 10 views (most of them are from myself), but wtf I'm happy.

    • @makaylanicole2735
      @makaylanicole2735 5 років тому +1

      @@goncalobaia1574 I'm still trying to find what makes my guitar playing different, and my own.

    • @yvesheinrich5013
      @yvesheinrich5013 5 років тому +1

      Well, okay. Is it okay that I play without a fret?

  • @misled_perceptions
    @misled_perceptions 3 роки тому +7

    Dude, I can't say thank you enough for posting this. I've been playing on and off since 05. Should be a beast by now, but it hasn't happened yet. It also hasn't stopped me. There's a fire for guitar deep down that I can't explain. Sure, I feel like quitting, from time to time. Hell, I've quit more times than I can count, but it's knowledge like this that help me keep going. Thank you for sharing something that I feel is lacking, considerably, in today's guitar community. Namaste.

  • @Jodyrides
    @Jodyrides 4 роки тому +147

    I have been playing guitar for decades. I’ve been in bands...
    But when I go into a music store, I will never pick up a guitar and plug it into an amp and try an amp or guitar after hearing kids Not old enough to shave yet in music stores that sound like Joe Satriani or Steve Vai. they make me question whether or not I even know how to play the guitar.
    Now I know how stunned Clapton and Townsend felt when they went to see some new guy called Jimi Hendrix for the first time.I will never forget the look on Townsend’s face when he described how he felt after seeing Hendrix for the first time. He stood there with that thousand yard stare you see in Vietnam vets eyes , and then he snapped out of the stare into a chuckle. and he said the most difficult part of seeing Hendrix was, that the who had to go on after Hendrix .. I can’t even imagine what that must of been like to have to perform after Hendrix was the warm-up band. Can you imagine. Lighting is Guitar on fire, and knocking his marshals over, and then your band has to go on after that..

    • @aaronkk2316
      @aaronkk2316 4 роки тому +6

      Never heard anything so accurate 😂

    • @jonislow
      @jonislow 4 роки тому +7

      I guess we're all in the same boat!

    • @ciri151
      @ciri151 4 роки тому +12

      Quality of practice is more important than quantity of practice.
      You playing for decades doesn't mean much. For all I know you could have played 10 min a week making silly noises.

    • @Jodyrides
      @Jodyrides 4 роки тому +7

      Antonio Lucio Vivaldi
      silly noises is all it is,you forgot to mention LOUD silly noise

    • @pietro1801
      @pietro1801 4 роки тому +3

      Most of us will never be virtuosos, but we can still play beautiful, moving music anyway.

  • @Cringo03
    @Cringo03 5 років тому +139

    This was very helpfull thank you...
    *I ALWAYS WANTED TO LEARN GUITAR BUT THE BEGENNING SEEMED SO SLOW AND FRUSTRATING*

    • @chryseeo.9336
      @chryseeo.9336 5 років тому +3

      Dude, I've been playing guitar for 11yrs and my progress is very slow. The only things I can play are basic major and minor chords and power chords. I even took some piano lessons to help me improve.

    • @maggot223
      @maggot223 5 років тому +9

      Yousician

    • @justjello7599
      @justjello7599 5 років тому +2

      OH GOD

    • @andresvivesdecespedes1661
      @andresvivesdecespedes1661 5 років тому

      I've been playing guitar for up to 15years. Yeah I sucked then, but I don't suck anymore. Just keep in playing! Don't practice, PLAY! have fun. And you get there. You need to know your own limits though. I know I can't play like Satriani, but I can play Interesting stuff! Find your style and build it up!

    • @emametalfarra2092
      @emametalfarra2092 5 років тому +3

      Stop, yousician. Cool and all but that ad is so annoying and frustrating.

  • @RC32Smiths01
    @RC32Smiths01 5 років тому +122

    Tyler, just wanted to thank you so much again for what has easily shaped to be an amazing summer and year of guitar! Most of us have definitely come to you for intelligence and entertainment. Amazing as always man, and here are many more years to come!

    • @RC32Smiths01
      @RC32Smiths01 5 років тому

      @Invert Your Cross Ahh Tyler is definitely not only ergonomically proficient and precise, but also one of the few that I believe have gotten practically techniques and theories down to the science. Really awesome to hear that man.

  • @coreypierce5126
    @coreypierce5126 3 роки тому +7

    I needed this. My musical hero almost gave up after the tips of his fingers were cut off. But he didn’t. He persevered and overcame adversity. If he hadn’t continued playing I would’ve never got into music.

  • @Testibus00
    @Testibus00 5 років тому +297

    I sucked at guitar for a long time, but now I rule on bass.

    • @ChrisSmith-bz1gl
      @ChrisSmith-bz1gl 5 років тому +37

      I've sucked at bass for a while now. I wasn't good enough to suck at guitar.

    • @mrp7874
      @mrp7874 4 роки тому +43

      Proof that bassists are just failed guitarist Jkjk

    • @skrinder3968
      @skrinder3968 4 роки тому +8

      @@mrp7874 Bruh

    • @squeakerplaysguitar2126
      @squeakerplaysguitar2126 4 роки тому +4

      I sucked on bass and I’m even shittier on guitar.

    • @chorigod8341
      @chorigod8341 4 роки тому +3

      @@mrp7874 Paul McCartney wants to know your location

  • @killslay
    @killslay 5 років тому +55

    I've been playing a year, and although I still suck, I've come to realise I will probably always think I'm bad no matter how good I get

    • @SJRenkola
      @SJRenkola 4 роки тому +2

      I'm sure more important people than I have said it, but one of my favorite sayings is, "never buy your own hype." Once you do, complacency sets in.

    • @vjthehandsome5659
      @vjthehandsome5659 4 роки тому

      Shouldn't we all

    • @rinkoshirokane8263
      @rinkoshirokane8263 4 роки тому

      Scott Renkola ik I’m dumb but can u pls explain what that means.? I don’t exactly understand..

    • @SJRenkola
      @SJRenkola 4 роки тому +1

      @@rinkoshirokane8263 Basically if you believe when people tell you how good you are at something, you stop trying. You think you can't get any better & that you've already reached the best you can be.

    • @vjthehandsome5659
      @vjthehandsome5659 4 роки тому +1

      @@rinkoshirokane8263 he means that your perception of your skills will follow your progress so no matter what you will feel no different on the inside regardless if your skills get better

  • @filipvelkov6829
    @filipvelkov6829 4 роки тому +107

    “If something is worth doing, its worth doing bad at first.”

  • @Meatball996
    @Meatball996 2 роки тому +22

    "how many times have you tried practicing something and given up because it's not immediately perfect" I feel like this video was made for me

  • @dingus1230
    @dingus1230 4 роки тому +1266

    "If You Think You SUCK at Guitar, Watch This.
    "
    931k views
    i see im not the only one

    • @godcaoss
      @godcaoss 4 роки тому +15

      We're all together, my friend

    • @dansoriano2883
      @dansoriano2883 3 роки тому +2

      Thank you I feel better now

    • @skylarrr.g
      @skylarrr.g 3 роки тому +2

      Correction 1 million

    • @calendarsz
      @calendarsz 3 роки тому +3

      @Dave Dennis looks like someone has fail on they first day.

    • @senorvillhiamdlieahl118
      @senorvillhiamdlieahl118 3 роки тому +1

      @@skylarrr.g correction, 1.1 million 😉

  • @raiderofthelostmeme3322
    @raiderofthelostmeme3322 5 років тому +16

    That part at the end was absolutely incredible!

    • @Texturas75
      @Texturas75 4 роки тому +1

      Oh yeah, perfect ending.

  • @robertcaffrey6097
    @robertcaffrey6097 5 років тому +58

    "Don't let the perfect be the enemy of the good" Voltaire

  • @christopherbrown7234
    @christopherbrown7234 2 роки тому +1

    I've watched all your videos and this is without a doubt my #1. Hits home brother. Bless you always.

  • @vizagothx7294
    @vizagothx7294 5 років тому +31

    for a few years, one of my part time jobs was repairing broken orchestra and band instruments for an instrument rental company, last year i made the decision to start my own guitar company and make lutherie a full time career - i dont have any dependent children or serious financial responsibilities, and i have previous small business experience, so im ready to fall flat on my face if thats how it pans out - but i have too many ideas about guitar innovations to not at least make a stab at this..
    im keenly aware that the custom guitar/lutherie industry is a mighty small pond and there are some mighty big fish already in there - so its nice to hear encouragement...

  • @tomosoos
    @tomosoos 4 роки тому +543

    The world is over saturated with skill obsessed guitarists who will NEVER contribute to art. Strangely sad

    • @light63478
      @light63478 4 роки тому +2

      Can you please explain a bit?

    • @ChrisCross2014
      @ChrisCross2014 4 роки тому +11

      You would think that there would be tons of at least one hit wonder, but really, mostly all copy someone else.

    • @kaye8598
      @kaye8598 4 роки тому +16

      Welp, that’s depressing, realizing I might actually be one of them guitarists

    • @FlorianFlorian573
      @FlorianFlorian573 4 роки тому +1

      Can you elaborate

    • @martinrosell1481
      @martinrosell1481 4 роки тому +48

      I think what @tomosoos means is that for many guitarists competition and being better than other people is what fuels them, when in reality the most beautiful thing about music and guitar playing is in how it allows artistic expression. So stop comparing yourself and just create something you love

  • @mohamedalmheiri3736
    @mohamedalmheiri3736 4 роки тому +5

    It’s a blessing that you’re using your platform to shed light on a sensitive subject like this, thanks for making my day

  • @brandoncalloway8779
    @brandoncalloway8779 3 роки тому +2

    Man I really needed this today. Not just in guitar playing but this is a great lesson for anything you do in life.

  • @docDeutschmann
    @docDeutschmann 5 років тому +197

    Thanks, man.
    And while Rome wasn't built in a day, it pretty much burnt down in one night. ;-)

    • @aylbdrmadison1051
      @aylbdrmadison1051 5 років тому +12

      Construction takes strength, endurance and ingenuity as well as time. Destruction only takes a weak and lazy mind that is utterly lacking in those four things needed to be constructive.

    • @zepp3lin
      @zepp3lin 5 років тому +3

      Yeah like those who achieved success and commit suicide after that.

    • @custer3176
      @custer3176 5 років тому

      It may even be burnt down many times

    • @UncleTerry
      @UncleTerry 5 років тому

      It's always easier to destroy, then to create.

    • @eleonora4649
      @eleonora4649 5 років тому

      Lol

  • @ferrethess4121
    @ferrethess4121 5 років тому +9

    This reminds me of a quote my cross country coach told me recently
    “Some wait for inspiration, and the rest of us get up and go to work”. Meaning that we need to get up and work on what we want to do no matter what skill it is. We can’t just do nothing and think it’ll happene

  • @ショーン-j6s
    @ショーン-j6s 5 років тому +8

    Recently I was depressed because people were teasing me about my grades and I was determined to be the smartest guy but I fell in the trap as what u said and I gave up easily, and everytime I try again I always lost hope, but this video really overcome these problems of mine and I just want to say thank you for that and God Bless You

    • @jackharris566
      @jackharris566 5 років тому

      Bring a guitar to class and pull a twisted sister, I BELIVES IN U!!

  • @angeL_ocracy
    @angeL_ocracy Рік тому +8

    I’m currently watching this right now at the brink of tears from frustration. My dad bought me a guitar for my birthday during February, it’s currently August and so far I feel like I’ve progressed to basically nothing. In general, when it comes to picking up new skills and such, I’m almost never consistent when it comes to learning. I don’t know why I’m like this, and for once in my life I actually want to be good at something, even if it’s just a simple hobby. I burn out too easily, and that’s something I hate about myself. As of right now, I really only know the basics which are the E minor and E major chord. I’m attempting A minor but I’m failing miserably at it. Even the simplest of chords I should be able to play by now are extremely difficult. I just wish I could learn at the same pace as other people, and by being self-taught I have no idea what the fuck I’m doing.

    • @easternsteel8431
      @easternsteel8431 Рік тому +1

      I understand the feeling of burn out all too well lol. Part of what helps me in continuing on is not just learning pure theory, but also learning, at the very least, small portions of songs I like to help entertain myself while I’m learning, whether through tabs or theory. Learning guitar is a journey and there’s no rush. Just keep at it and play whatever has you picking up the guitar in the first place and you’ll see yourself improving if you stay consistent!

    • @lucasfer182
      @lucasfer182 8 місяців тому

      Are you better now?

  • @absurdist5630
    @absurdist5630 5 років тому +281

    I don't suck at games, I just need the perfect gaming chair.

    • @elytolson983
      @elytolson983 5 років тому +19

      Dont worry it’s only £399

    • @i7ami
      @i7ami 5 років тому +3

      Nah dude, its the gaming socks

    • @aylbdrmadison1051
      @aylbdrmadison1051 5 років тому +4

      To be fair, my chair is so uncomfortable that it hurts my back. This distracts me from focusing solely on the raids.
      Similarly, a crap guitar with super high action and poor intonation will cause you to struggle more, possibly to the point of not being able to play much at all. Fortunately, you can often buy one for $100 that plays reasonably well.

    • @MATIASJUAJ
      @MATIASJUAJ 5 років тому +1

      @@elytolson983 WHOOOT, you never played tuber simulator?

    • @i7ami
      @i7ami 5 років тому

      @@aylbdrmadison1051 There is this YTber that has high guitar action but he shreds soooo.... high action is a poor excuse lol

  • @PeterByker
    @PeterByker 5 років тому +135

    The only 3:00 am revelations I ever get is the urge to pee.

  • @TheGod0fCookies
    @TheGod0fCookies 5 років тому +9

    I actually needed this today.
    After spending some time with some incredible guitarists last week I felt like I was outclassed or didn't deserve to be there.
    All the thousands of hours I practice and I wasnt any closer to being able to hang with the big boys.
    I feel kinda ashamed to admit I haven't touched my guitar since.
    Think I'll go practice now though.
    Thanks man. ;D

  • @robertb8673
    @robertb8673 10 місяців тому +1

    I restarted to play a few months ago and started to practice new genre.
    Learned a ton of new chords, sus stuff over six frets.
    And a few new pentatonic patterns.
    Don't give up on your guitar you WILL get better at playing.
    So many light bulb moments.

  • @VistaVerse-I
    @VistaVerse-I 4 роки тому +26

    Why is nobody talking about the absolute masterpiece that was played at the end you’ve inspired me man thank you

    • @saahensharma1740
      @saahensharma1740 3 роки тому

      I really want to lear it but cant find the tabs. help

  • @ronaldmunoz2411
    @ronaldmunoz2411 4 роки тому +16

    This is so great. I used to play a lot when I was a teen. Eventually I quit because I wasnt as good as I wanted to be at that age. I recently picked up the guitar again, and I'm making progress. I needed this time to mature. But I could only imagine how good I would be had I not quit for 10 years.

  • @MinjaTeh
    @MinjaTeh 5 років тому +15

    I love seeing John Mayer in any video. It just makes me happy

  • @FunkIVIasterFrank
    @FunkIVIasterFrank 4 роки тому +11

    thank you I needed this tonight. just had a rough practice

  • @johnnyroxx8513
    @johnnyroxx8513 5 років тому +7

    I like your assessment. l have played going on 57 years and learn every day thru arthritis pain.

  • @Joe_whatuknow
    @Joe_whatuknow 4 роки тому +11

    I’ve been playing for like 14 years (took about 2-3 off in the middle or hardly played in that time) and have never been confident in my playing..... until last night, I left my band practice/jam praising myself for how well I was playing.
    3 years ago I really started taking practice SERIOUSLY and working on technique, timing with metronome, and theory. Back when I was younger I’d just screw around and learn easy songs and noodled on the few scales/progressions I knew. I used to think that after a certain amount of time (5 years? 8 years? 10 years?) one day I would eventually just be good.
    2 years ago I got in my first serious band with dedicated musicians, before that when I played with people we’d just learn a handful of songs to play a show or a party and then it would be over. I was so nervous playing with the band because all the other members were older than me and also played in the most popular rock band in my city. I felt like they were taking pity on me and just asked me to join because they’ve known me since I was a little kid and were friends of my brother.
    I decided then to join any other band that would have me, and from there on out I started going to any open jam night I could and will play with anyone anywhere I can. I finally feel like it’s coming together and last night on my way home from my NEW bands practice was the first time I told myself “I was crushing it in there”.

  • @ProfessorM_PhD
    @ProfessorM_PhD 5 років тому +434

    The Sex Pistols sucked and they changed the world

    • @Tombrosapien
      @Tombrosapien 5 років тому +90

      Lars Ulrich sucks and has inspired millions

    • @kristopher6031
      @kristopher6031 5 років тому +4

      @@Tombrosapien lmao

    • @t.sewell1513
      @t.sewell1513 5 років тому +19

      The Sex Pistols sucked.....and they still suck!

    • @SeriesOfTubesPerson
      @SeriesOfTubesPerson 5 років тому +32

      Primus sucks... but totally not in the way you would think a band would suck.

    • @elguitarTom
      @elguitarTom 5 років тому +12

      I would disagree. They are way better than most beginner bands. They can actually keep a beat and play pretty tight together

  • @allx7912
    @allx7912 4 роки тому +1

    I needed this. For the past few years I've been in a rut and have fallen into every trap you listed in the video. Sometimes you just need someone to tell you to buck up and keep at it. Thanks man 👍. Music Is Win and you are Win.

  • @DannyVarelaGarcia
    @DannyVarelaGarcia 5 років тому +7

    Now this is what I call content.
    So inspiring, man! And what a beautiful solo.

  • @machia0705
    @machia0705 5 років тому +9

    An important lesson to be learned here. In fact it applies to all facets of life.
    We all start on the bottom rung.
    Start climbing.

  • @CurtisAlfeld
    @CurtisAlfeld 5 років тому +62

    Go watch any Nirvana live footage and pay particular attention to Kurt. When you get down to it, he was not a particularly good singer or guitar player. Yet, he is one of the most influential musicians of all time. What makes Kurt Cobain such a special guitar player is not his skill with the instrument, but how he turned his shortcomings into his own sound.

    • @Joebigballs
      @Joebigballs 4 роки тому +4

      Not a particularly good singer?

    • @zevil1005
      @zevil1005 4 роки тому +1

      The skill is where he saw it fit, he didn't compare himself to Satriani or Petrucci like everyone today

    • @youngbn3056
      @youngbn3056 4 роки тому +1

      My grandad who got me a guitar told me Nirvana was just "noise."

    • @youngbn3056
      @youngbn3056 4 роки тому

      @@stablegenius465 well TBH IDK if they did because I'm 15 and I listen to newer bands but it kinda surprised me for some reason, I thought they were iconic?

    • @CurtisAlfeld
      @CurtisAlfeld 4 роки тому +1

      @Sïôro He's often referred to as "The Voice of a Generation", so yeah, he is one of the most influential musicians of all time. You're just being biased.

  • @TreasureValleyTrebleMaker
    @TreasureValleyTrebleMaker 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you for the motivation and inspiration.

  • @noahr4951
    @noahr4951 5 років тому +233

    So are you saying I suck? Not cool man. Nah, just kidding.

    • @aylbdrmadison1051
      @aylbdrmadison1051 5 років тому +4

      Music is art. What art is good is purely an opinion. Therefore, anyone who tells you you suck doesn't even know what art is or even that music is an art form. Basically this means they suck at life.

    • @bard416
      @bard416 5 років тому

      @@aylbdrmadison1051 Well said🤘

    • @AnEnemyAnemone1
      @AnEnemyAnemone1 5 років тому

      Aylbdr Madison If musician B can execute every technique properly that musician A can, it follows that musician B is objectively more capable with the instrument than musician A is. In the context of this video, sucking most likely refers to technical ability rather than artistic expression (which cannot be objectively evaluated). In the framing of your comment, I agree that an artist cannot suck at art. I know you were just saying some kind words, but I think this is a distinction that musicians should be aware of.

  • @ChrisTopher_Browder
    @ChrisTopher_Browder 4 роки тому +6

    1:51 "You must be confident that you can become whatever you're dreaming of becoming, to foster the determination to practice and hone your skills. Equally you must believe that what you're doing has purpose, or else the passion for playing the guitar will not be able to fuel you." ~Music is Win

  • @travishanson166
    @travishanson166 4 роки тому +10

    Learning guitar is allowing me to have some concept of chronoception. (Concept and perception of time)
    I am autistic and I'll be 40 this year and struggle with what to do with my time since I have no idea how much time is left.
    As I practice guitar, I learn it's ok to take life in piece meal, even if I never finish what I've started (to play guitar well by some standard)
    For now I just raise the bar based on yesterday's performance and not the image of what I think it should look like.
    It's almost the only journey I've taken that the experience is the journey, and not perception of what may lie on the other side of the mountain.

    • @rayjingloryproductions3770
      @rayjingloryproductions3770 4 роки тому

      I am happy for you.
      It's NOT about the "Handicap".
      It's about what makes you happy and making others happy when you play.
      Remember THIS --- Not everybody can play music.
      Your playing, and having the ABILITY to play, is a total gift of the Gods.

    • @Chimera6297
      @Chimera6297 3 роки тому

      buying a guitar at 40 > buying a Corvette at 40

  • @elipayne5343
    @elipayne5343 3 роки тому +35

    "Whatever you do, however hard you practice, there will always be a little, obscure Chinese boy that's better than you"

  • @minirock4858
    @minirock4858 4 роки тому +48

    Also good to know: the way you see yourself may often be different from the way others see you.
    Tu be honest, having been playing the guitar for a solid 17 years, well I know that I'm not a beginner anymore. I can easily play leaks I wouldn't even have dared dream of 10 years ago.
    But well... sill don't have the level of an Eddy Van Halan, Jimi Hendrix, Steve Vai or David Gilmour.
    But I'm just happy playing and I enjoy jamming with fellow musicians.
    And what a surprise to learn that some people I've played with admitted looking up to me as some kind of guitar god.
    Me?????
    Some of them even begged me to join their bands (knowing that at that time I had close to 0 experience of playing in a band).
    Alright my point was not to show off or anything like that. What I'm trying to point out is that although you may think you're not that great or even suck ('cause you're focused of what you can't currently do), there are people who will admire your playing. And you'd be shocked, you just wouldn't understand what they find so special in you.
    All in all, don't try to be the best musician, don't look for gratification.
    Play because you like it. Improve because you want to go beyond what you already do, that's all that matters.
    And the 3 secrets to improve: practice, practice and.. er...what was the third one.. oh yeah! practice!

    • @christopherfarrington9270
      @christopherfarrington9270 4 роки тому +2

      ive never seen anyone play a leak is it a welsh guitar.

    • @thediamonddog95
      @thediamonddog95 4 роки тому

      Thanks a lot for sharing this.

    • @rayjingloryproductions3770
      @rayjingloryproductions3770 4 роки тому

      I'm kind of the same way.
      I've been in some bands, and during some breaks at various gigs I would be talking with some other musicians and almost immediately, the leader of the band's I would be in would come over and threaten the other musicians if they EVEN THOUGHT about stealing me.
      Sure it's flattering as a Musician, but I don't think of myself as that good.
      I just do what I do.

    • @laigocustoms4965
      @laigocustoms4965 3 роки тому +1

      @@rayjingloryproductions3770 i am 51 and picking up a guitar for about the 3rd time in life , even though i own a few . i have been an artist for about 35 years , and people rave about my drawings and always praise how good they are , in my mind I still am not that good , I see every mistake I make but as artists whether with a pencil or a singer or musician we tend to be our own toughest critics . we will probably never be satisfied with our own skill and talent and because of that it drives us to be better every time. we may never reach a point where we think of ourselves as good or good enough but we will sure impress the hell out of a lot of others trying to satisfy our selves

  • @VOLAIRE
    @VOLAIRE 5 років тому +120

    Instructions unclear: so we’re not supposed to throw our guitar in the trash when we get fed up?

    • @rb2997
      @rb2997 5 років тому +5

      This girl bruh

    • @will1718
      @will1718 5 років тому +13

      No you’re supposed to light it on fire then piss on it.

    • @meetroushan2727
      @meetroushan2727 5 років тому

      Instructions unclear: got dick stuck in a fan somebody please help

  • @jeremymorrissey5803
    @jeremymorrissey5803 5 років тому +61

    Me: Clicks on video expecting to cry because tylers better than me
    Also me: leaves video feeling motivated to buy...GUITAR SUPER SYSTEM and new pedals cause they make me sound good

    • @jeremymorrissey5803
      @jeremymorrissey5803 5 років тому +4

      is it sad that 1 like is the most amount of likes ive ever received? 😐

    • @WhiteCranK
      @WhiteCranK 5 років тому +1

      @@jeremymorrissey5803 now you have a 2nd one :)

    • @jery8996
      @jery8996 5 років тому

      now you have 18

    • @xXDeltazXx
      @xXDeltazXx 5 років тому +1

      Try 31.;)

    • @xFliox
      @xFliox 5 років тому +1

      Don't pursue better gear unless you've already explored the whole tone spectrum and more importantly, your identity within it.

  • @vedanshubansal116
    @vedanshubansal116 3 роки тому +2

    The reason why i gave up :
    The songs i wanted to play were more towards the fingerstyle spectrum of things. But my teacher told me i needed to learn to play with the pick first and then slowly work my way up to fingerstyle arrangements which would take months at least and so i had nothing to motivate me, the songs i played initially didn’t move me.
    Why I started back up after 2 years :
    I remembered my love for the songs that inspired me in the first place. Nothing else matters, Stairway, the interstellar theme song... and i said fuck it I’ll start with fingerstyle. And that was it 🎸♥️
    So practice routines aside, play songs that you love and that make you fall in love with the instrument everyday.

  • @tazershottwins4002
    @tazershottwins4002 5 років тому +10

    I’m a drummer and this helped thank you

  • @mikea3925
    @mikea3925 3 роки тому +13

    Man I just watched this, I am starting a band with my friend, and I am the guitarist and background vocalist (I’m ten years old) and this really inspired me and just thanks. I’ve been watching all of your videos lately because your really good at guitar 🎸 and this is an amazing video that I will never forget. And if I mess up or don’t like a song is sounding immediately, I’ll come back to this amazing video. Thank you so much, this inspired me a lot
    Edit: the guitar player/band that inspired me to play guitar again was Kurt cobain/nirvana and if I practice, and remember I have way more tools than Kurt cobain did, hopefully I can be like him at guitar 😀

    • @lagartogrande1908
      @lagartogrande1908 2 роки тому +3

      Study the greats. Study the guitarists who came wayyy before Cobain. (there are many. Music that was recorded in, say, 1928 is the source for the music we hear today) Study, listen, learn. Above all...get with your metronome and work out with it. Do not make excuses. You must be able to keep time without having to think about it...no exceptions, no shortcuts. Go, my friend...go make music. Don't stop.

    • @mikea3925
      @mikea3925 2 роки тому +2

      Thanks man!

    • @Hjjja
      @Hjjja 2 роки тому

      @@mikea3925 sorry for the late reply. I would love to hear your songs.

  • @kushparate8233
    @kushparate8233 5 років тому +22

    Thank you Tyler. I was really feeling low as I couldn't play the solo from Tornado of Souls. Let's hope that after watching this I'll be able to play that solo in some time 😁😃

    • @aylbdrmadison1051
      @aylbdrmadison1051 5 років тому +2

      Maybe, but if you really want results, practice. Taking lessons works best though when coupled with practice, but at least find a friend you know has good ears and has the courage to tell you what you should improve. And as an instructor I would be irresponsible if I didn't mention practising with a metronome will help every other facet of your playing, not *just* your timing.

    • @kushparate8233
      @kushparate8233 5 років тому

      @@aylbdrmadison1051 thanks man 😃☺️

  • @RedCarRecords
    @RedCarRecords 4 роки тому

    Thanks for the positivity and encouragement!

  • @licksnkicks1166
    @licksnkicks1166 3 роки тому +3

    It’s been a 10 yr journey so far. I love my guitars and play for hrs daily. I make the time because it is my passion. I work full time and I am a mom. Guitar is my drug of choice. It’s been tough at times trying nail a song or a lick but I never give up. My passion and obsession won’t let me. It took me 10 yrs of practice to nail Back in Black! But I did it because I wouldn’t give up. I wanted this badly!

  • @jostert
    @jostert 3 роки тому +9

    practicing with a 30 euro guitar on Rocksmith, playing 7 months now.. :D edit: bought my first Jackson!! damn what a difference lmao

  • @oatmeal.enjoyer7132
    @oatmeal.enjoyer7132 3 роки тому +18

    "The master has failed more times than the student has tried"

  • @javianhayes3028
    @javianhayes3028 2 роки тому

    thank you for uploading this video man won’t ever stop shredding dawg

  • @citydogband
    @citydogband 4 роки тому +34

    i’ve always wanted to play guitar but the beginning just seemed so slow and frustrating

    • @elajdapoljak6091
      @elajdapoljak6091 4 роки тому +12

      with yousiscian practising became fun and motivating

    • @AdventureswithGPA
      @AdventureswithGPA 4 роки тому +1

      😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @StratMatt777
      @StratMatt777 4 роки тому +1

      Learn the E major chord A major chord and D major chord.
      Play A D E in a cycle. Now you have a song with a I-IV-V progression in A.
      Now learn which finger to move down one fret in order to change those chords from major to minor.
      Now learn power chords so you can play rock (it's a major chord without the 3rd... so its only the root and the 5th)
      Now learn the barre chord versions of those chords so you can move them all over the place.
      Practice making up melodies by playing within the shape of those chords you learned.
      Each time you hit a wrong note you will correct and try again and will improve.

    • @varun5913
      @varun5913 4 роки тому

      @@citydogband any tips for absolute beginners

    • @ukraineupdates9380
      @ukraineupdates9380 3 роки тому

      @@citydogband I don't think the advice is overcomplicated at all and I am a beginner that sounds like exactly what many people recommend from what I've seen. You don't want to spend all your time learning easy version of songs to start sure it is fun to play something that sounds like a song and you will get more comfortable with the guitar but if you actually want to learn you should be focusing on chords not individual songs

  • @charliehovil4365
    @charliehovil4365 5 років тому +40

    I don't suck, I just need a better guitar.

    • @unceleden872
      @unceleden872 5 років тому

      I think Telecaster is good enough...(chuckle)

  • @anthonypena6068
    @anthonypena6068 4 роки тому +4

    This is great advice that actually has substance. Thank you.

  • @Cheburashka_420
    @Cheburashka_420 3 роки тому

    Your ending solo went perfect with the lofi. Thanks man, I needed this.

  • @cryptotharg7400
    @cryptotharg7400 4 роки тому +6

    I love guitars, and have been playing them, for many years. Here's the secret; your learning, and capability, doesn't rise on a gentle curve. It's like you jump up to a new plateau, or mesa. Just when you think your sucky playing won't get any better, it does! By an order of magnitude! So, don't ever give up.

  • @sammathai761
    @sammathai761 5 років тому +8

    3:03 “...don’t let others triumphs be intimidating. Instead let it be inspiring to know that those people used to suck. Probably more than you”.

    • @maple6894
      @maple6894 4 роки тому

      Sam Mathai Yes I see that too

  • @kamuu_8186
    @kamuu_8186 4 роки тому +7

    I didnt notice i was giving up on playing guitar..theres like..two days i dont pick it up, after a week of practicing everyday. Thank you

  • @iraevans2013
    @iraevans2013 3 роки тому +1

    I really love how encouraging the tube guitar and bass community is. Thank you all.

  • @Soldier1287
    @Soldier1287 4 роки тому +10

    i progress faster on guitar than singing.
    you could do everything right and still sound bad. singing is harder. especially for introverts

  • @thekramer1097
    @thekramer1097 4 роки тому +4

    One of my favourite guitarist wrote one of my favourite songs when I was starting to learn guitar. We are the same age. That is really depressing for me.

  • @colbyg1784
    @colbyg1784 4 роки тому +121

    I need to start boiling my strings. Then I’ll be good

    • @squidward9747
      @squidward9747 4 роки тому +19

      Fureori I prefer fried strings tbh

    • @TheJammerman
      @TheJammerman 4 роки тому +10

      That's a real thing though...
      I used to live in Thailand for a while, strings aren't always easy to come by and a pack of Elixirs is like 400 baht. Boil with a bit of vinegar, bit of baby oil on, then colour the bridge and nut with a pencil, brings em back man!

    • @calliepeach7242
      @calliepeach7242 4 роки тому +8

      I thought that said boiling my siblings for a second and was like yeah I’ll give that a shot

    • @syra1541
      @syra1541 4 роки тому +4

      ok but stir frying is the best technique

    • @thankyounext7727
      @thankyounext7727 4 роки тому

      Peaches Loll

  • @johnsessler4128
    @johnsessler4128 4 роки тому +2

    Just what we need out here!! Finally a little encouragement!!!