Andy McKee - For My Father

[@MrUkemi]

I think this song speaks to so many people on a personal level because it has that natural, nostalgic, "cherished" sound of a father playing with his son/daughter in the backyard. A playful and beautiful tune, almost encapsulating "childhood" in a single song. Anyone else get that feeling?

[@MetalAddict247]

+Mr Ukemi You are spot on here mate, nicely picked! It's a beautiful piece!

[@sparkfx5874]

+Mr Ukemi Can't say it better myself man. First time I heard this I started tearing up, just from images of me and my father and all the times we had. Going to learn this for father's day.

[@keithrodriguez8109]

yes!

[@SaehunKimguitar]

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[@sparkfx5874]

if anyone ever dislikes this comment... But seriously, i always picture my childhood when I hear this - but from my dad's perspective

[@mikenewbold1699]

my dad just died of pancreatic cancer after a long struggle. We played this song at his funeral thank you andy for helping me through a difficult time x

[@thomastownsend7627]

That's the great thing about music it really can help in dark times! Hope you holding up well buddy!

[@mikenewbold1699]

Thomas Townsend thank you means alot. prostitutes help

[@VexyGuitar]

Makes me cry... I hope you are alright my friend, always here for you!

[@varunmaheshwari9025]

Mike Newbold So sorry to hear that, my prayers are with you.

[@myfavsandlikes7478]

Mike Newbold LOL @ the prostitutes comment!

[@davericidil5258]

My grandpa passed last night. My father to proud to show his feelings, I sent him this song today. And he said thank you son. It brought an overwhelming feeling of gratefulness, and love. For those we have lost, and for those we still have. Never take this little life for granted. You never know when you will go, so live each day like your last. Thank you Andy.🙌

[@amerkanongnitibutv1618]

Discovered this song in 2010.. after 11 years.. damn still the best..makes my blood flow in harmony

[@BadgerCheese94]

Makes me think of a calm fall evening with a cool breeze and orange leaves flying about.

[@oOPPHOo]

Just celebrated "Father's Day" on a 30 mile bicycle ride along with my brother. I'm now playing this song on my father's old guitar. Today's good but exhausting :)

[@Jorinio_98]

@@sc7244 what?

[@billyelliot4141]

Hey u remember this song🙏🇮🇪🍀

[@oOPPHOo]

@@billyelliot4141 How could I forget :) It has become a bit of recurring song for me to play around certain "anniversaries" like Father's Day in June, his birthday in August or the date of his death in late September. It's calming. I'm just a bit too lazy to adjust the tuning too frequently.

[@JakeLondonRivers]

does this song get anyone else choked up?

[@andrewcapper1632]

Jake Rivers Sometimes ye, its just great acoustic man and you can see the feeling

[@ThanasiManoli]

As much as I hear this song, I just can't even believe how much it touches my soul. I just connect with it so deeply. This is the closet thing to a hug a song has ever been to me. I miss my Dad!!

[@cubeekel]

It's the 25th of Feb 2017 now. I lost my dad almost 2 months ago. I miss him so much and thinking of him now makes me cry. I love you my ever dearest Dad. Thank you for the beautiful music

[@jessdouglas8778]

My dad plays guitar, and honestly pretty well and its my dream to have him learn this song and play at my wedding. honestly I don't have enough money to pay Andy to play at my wedding and I think it would be even more special if my dad played it.

[@kisstagals]

Jess Douglas you are so cute and sweet and kinda makes me bid emo. I hope yours dreams come and wish you all the best .

[@ashadowawhisper]

You can get Andy to do online lessons with you and you can also find the tabulature/music for Andy's songs on his website for $2.50 USD

[@trasava1314]

2019 now still ever

[@sc7244]

Did your dad end up learning it? 😁

[@jessdouglas8778]

@@sc7244 nope. Not engaged yet either unfortunately lol 🤷‍♀️ some day

[@porridgesilt]

Happy Father’s Day to all you dads out there.

[@francistaxi]

Whenever a friend asks me to give an example of a piece of music that tells a story without using found sound or lyrics, this is the one I think of. I can't imagine anybody who has ever had a "complicated" relationship with his or her father listening to this song and not falling apart. The joys and the heartache are all there, and all distinctly a child's for his or her father. The missed notes in this version hit me like somebody singing and choking up through the song. I love it so much.

[@Cnnrplk]

Man, it's guys like these who let you know, without saying a word, that there is still good in the world.

[@huandertironi4019]

Man, I don't know what you've been through with your father, but it's great the hear a song that tell a little about this love you have, and we can feel and maybe imagine ourselves with our family having those moments that makes our eyes sweat. So thank you for this moment. Really appreciate!

[@bradmagni6514]

Tears welled in my eyes when I listened to this! Awesome man! My favorite acoustic song ever...

[@lukac221]

who cares if you loved/ dont love your father? just listent to the master piece.

[@KillerKowalski_]

One of the few songs that can bring a tear to my eye. Thank you, sir...amazing work.

[@Ngcarson1337]

Andy man, everytime i hear this song i cry. It's so powerful, when you play i can just see all the feelings you are conveying and it's overwhelming. You are truly an inspiration to any young musician. Keep up the wholesome work man. God bless

[@MrCharlesIV]

This song has the perfect blend of intentional melody and aimless drifting (seemingly) because it feels right in the moment. Perfection.

[@sergioscudieri3585]

Holy hell. How can someone actually create THIS out of NOTHING? I learned the hook of this and feel like a god. And to think he MADE this! Absolutely Incredible.

[@fannyschmeller4531]

I know. It really does take a genius in my opinion.

[@luuk341]

It took a whole bunch of emotions next to his immense skill, I saw him play this song live. He told us why he wrote it too, that made it all the more emotional.

[@MultiSteini]

It is out of feeling and experience.. my friend.

[@GggG-og5mp]

@@luuk341 can you please tell me why he wrote it , i love this song man🥺

[@luuk341]

@@GggG-og5mp The story is of Rylynn is short and tragic. Rylynn was a beautiful baby girl of a close family. Her life was suddenly ripped from her and her families hands when she was struck with an undiagnosed illness. This was a life changing event that Andy was greatly affected by. He wrote on his album “This song is dedicated to Rylynn Coffman, a young girl as lovely and unique as her name. Although she came and went through this world so quickly, she will never be forgotten.”

[@CobusGreyling]

Four years since I discovered this song for myself and still crying like a little bitch. Andy you are amazing, thank you for helping me understand music better, and for not hassling tab sites to take it off. My father was in the South African military, has gone through a couple of really rough things in his life, and this put a tear in his eye when I played it to him a while ago. Thanks for your melodies.

[@aPheonixRises]

The ability to cry is a sign of true manhood not being a bitch.

[@davo9181]

I lost my dad three years ago to cancer and this song has helped me through so many tough times words cant describe!! Andy you are a true musical genius!!! Taking up guitar because of you!!! 🤙

[@leefranks1181]

Wow this moved me so much. I lost my Dad back in 1994 but I've not been able to grieve as I'd like to for the sheer sake of not being able to let go and having a sense of guilt that I didn't take up the Piano as he had done which led to him being a Jazz musician for over 50 years. Neither he nor my Mum ever pushed music on me but I felt naturally drawn to the acoustic guitar. My Dad was a humble man with a warm heart and amazing sense of humour. I've been told that he'll be so proud of me on many occasions but it's hard to take in. My one true solace is music and this amazing song is one that I want to learn and play for him.

[@PianoMan5188]

I just saw Andy live at the Iron Horse in Massachusetts last weekend for the first time. When he played this song, after giving a touching back story to it, I was moved. I forgot about this amazing piece of musical artistry. This truly shows his talents and gifts of guitar playing coming together with his amazing passion for melody and harmony. So glad you were able to play this for your father before he passed

[@WigganNuG]

Every guitarist in the world will soon be learning to play this song for their father on Fathers Day. And if the manage to get through the tune without crying thier eyeys out it would be a miracle!

[@RafaelGalhardoOficial]

Ainda em 2024 estou aqui, até hoje não vi alguém transmitir tanta paz em cordas como você!!

[@jackbkim]

Inspiration. I saw Andy when he was in Minneapolis. It was the most beautiful show and experience that I could ever have dreamt of.

[@william1306]

Just such a warm and familiar sound, these chords and notes. Such peace and happiness to be had with just a few plucks on some strings can make all the difference in changing a person's attitude even if for just a day. Thank you Mr. Mckee for your creative geniuis.

[@JasonSmith-ok8ej]

This is how I am reminded of my father. Its been a long seven years without him. With a busy college life, the ability to reminisce is a wonderful thing, and I thank you for that Andy.

[@charlesguitt]

The world we lives is not worthy of such song

[@chrisdrinovz4640]

A beautifully composed song that goes even further than its composition because of the deep emotional meaning behind it .

[@xrespectzz]

Even after a decade this is still one of my favourite songs. Andy plays with such passion its refreshing and relaxing.

[@mytfew]

I'm happy as hell that he redid this song, I played this at my dad's funeral a while back. Needless to say there was not a dry eye in the whole place. Thank you Andy for your AWESOMENESS, keep playing on my brother, you are truly on of a kind in the realm of music.

[@FrantzMusic7985]

I had the honor of playing this song for my sisters wedding and it really made the wedding have its own unique feel

[@SnakeFarmTV]

That's just the best musical performance of any song, any instrument, that I have ever seen. Bravo Andy.........

[@chrisdecorte8122]

Listen to this song every time I think of my father. He is still with us. He has just been absent most of my life due to divorce. I love this song it really speaks to me and makes me miss my father every time I listen to it. I need to reach out to him 😔

[@MrByu]

I cannot find words how beautiful Andy's music is, coming right from his heart... I'm after a very painful breakup... and somehow Andy's songs don't make me cry, but they give me power, peace, faith in life and love... Thank you Andy!!!

[@TheLinkin1011]

It takes real musical genius to be able to express a feeling as strong as one like this without using a single word. This has got to be one of my favorite songs of all time.

[@VIEIRAfrederico]

Men .. This is the best melody I even heared in my life ... This song reminds me of how fragile we are , and how we need to stick with those people we love and make the best for us ... Love life ... Enjoy living ... I Love you Marilia .. Very much

[@iinosukehashibiraa]

I chose this song 9 years ago to be the song that my dad and I danced to at my wedding. I’m not married yet, but I lost my dad a year ago and I’ll never be able to dance with him at my wedding. This is still the song I will dance to at my wedding with my older brother in my dad’s place.

[@wesleyryanjohnson]

My grandfather who raised me just passed away this year. I havecalways loved this song, but now when I hear it it almost always reduces me to rears. The power of emotion that this piece carries is amazing to me. Quite a wonderful song andy, thank you for sharing with us.

[@kbdoesfitness]

My favorite song by him. I've listened to ALOT of Andy McKee and this is by far my favorite, although all of his songs are incredible, this one really takes it.

[@BrandonJamesH]

What an ingenious fretboard!!! That makes so much sense to have a slight tilt each direction.

[@brandon5pennies]

I will learn this in its entirety for my father who loves Andy McKee’s music and acoustic in general. I’m primarily an electric player but guys like Andy McKee and Antoine Dufour just have something special that could never translate the same on an electric.

[@blizzardmann]

This is the most beautiful song ever created on the acoustic guitar.

[@naminnooman]

Is it only me that I have to drop a tear whenever I hear you play something like this?! Rylynn got me first. U touch me so deep, long live my friend. My dad passed away 13 years back and this ones perfect to remember him....

[@Specter1992]

My grandfather, an Air Force vet, passed away this Veteran's Day afternoon after a dauntless struggle against leukemia. I suppose you could say that he made a different kind of sacrifice . . . and this day will always have a special meaning to me . . .

[@rastafratt]

Awesome, I think of my father when I hear this, haven't seen him in years...good job man!

[@cancermind]

There is not even one second of time wasted in this beautiful music...world needs more artist like this..

[@alannaaldridge]

Saw Andy play at Woodsngs in Lexington KYand was fortunate enough to meet him after his gig. He is such a talented musician!.. Absolutely love all you do.

[@scottnaber422]

the feeling of this song says" why did you have to go?" and at the same time says"i love u and will stay strong". the perfect capture of a mans love for his father.

[@iinosukehashibiraa]

My dad recently passed away suddenly. I always knew that this was the song I wanted to dance with him to at my wedding. I come back to listen to this song often, and remind myself that he is not here, but he is always with me.

[@ShredMaster2010]

It's unreal how amazing this is

[@iinosukehashibiraa]

I had always wanted this song to be the song I dance with my Dad to at my wedding. My Dad unexpectedly passed away on New Years Eve going into 2019, and I no longer get to have that beautiful moment with my father. I still plan on having this song play for my father/daughter wedding dance, but with my older brother in our Dad’s footsteps.

[@brazzzzz]

My father just died of pancreatic cancer after a long fight. This song means everything to me in his memory. Thank you.

[@stevenmackenzie59]

I have tried and tried to play your songs on my guitar and can never get even close to how you play you are truely a gifted musican

[@jrn5849]

His guitar is as much a part of him as my eye is of me. Too amazing! Truly a gift. Wish I had even the tiniest piece of his musical and guitar playing ability.

[@tranerecks]

i think we can all be miracles in our own way. i'm very happy that andy has owned his miracle and shared it with us.

[@Dougal-Mcguire]

thanks andy. thanks for all the fond memories your music brings.

[@alexhanke1]

This song actually makes me wish I had a better relationship with my father as a child, but it does inspire me in some way to be the best dad I can be, and strive to do and be all the things my dad was not.

[@wonder-and-magic]

sometimes, randomly i hear it in my mind since i was younger . it's so unique and heartwarming

[@drum883]

YEAAAH, MR McKee your amazing, God's blessed you with great talent, and what makes it even more special is your using your talents, thankyou so much for that. Your Amazing!

[@IFootWorkIHD]

never gets old

[@TheDailyGuitarist]

Yeah! Just like Stairway to Heaven is a classic, Andy McKee's songs are destined to be future classics! I'm going to cover this song soon!

[@JuanLucangioli]

IFootWorkIHD NEVER

[@dustinlarsen3245]

2020 agrees with you. :D

[@carloseduardogonzalezsalga7947]

Nope

[@chrismiller4364]

Just to see all the community write their own story.. it really puts a smile on my face..:)

[@UmaRecordings]

One of the best if not THE best melody in the world:-)

[@keithrodriguez8109]

Sounds like nothing but cherished memories and good times

[@89RedBimmer]

What's amazing about his playing, is how there's emotion, phrasing, and dynamics that just are just gorgeous. It's like there are words for the song. This sends chills down my spine and honestly does make me think of my father and me. Just amazing.

[@Atpowell93]

The music that Andy Mckee plays is no doubt some of the most beautiful songs that I have ever listened to. Pure genius.

[@alexmuzio23]

Finally learnt this on guitar. That was Fucken hard!!! But worth it.

[@Keify101]

DAmn it sounds hard, would love to see it live, i bet he's had times when he knows he had it down pat better than this recording.

[@Paul0000]

Seen him yesterday, I can confirm. Andy provided some background information before playing and it made the whole thing so emotional, so real and touching. The whole crowd was dead silent. It's incredible.

[@luuk341]

Ive seen this song live a week ago, He played it flawlessly and full of emotions. He also told us the story as to why he wrote it.

[@GggG-og5mp]

@@luuk341 why did he wrote it tell me please?

[@luuk341]

@@GggG-og5mp This story is short and tragic. Rylynn was a beautiful baby girl of a close family. Her life was suddenly ripped from her and her families hands when she was struck with an undiagnosed illness. This was a life changing event that Andy was greatly affected by. He wrote on his album “This song is dedicated to Rylynn Coffman, a young girl as lovely and unique as her name.

[@SamsonBetrayed]

it's amazing how second nature playing the guitar is for him, it just flows

[@lambhdeargh]

I had the great pleasure of hearing you play that song many years ago, and it still brings a tear to my eye.

[@mmcdevi1]

I cant understand how anybody can dislike this music...it's absolutely amazing.

[@guitargod024]

To me this is his best and most beautiful song, why can't I get it on spotify!

[@deppppy10]

No words can describe how moving this song is.

[@markmondejar779]

2019, those are the times, I have no money in my pocket, but then I bought a guitar by my savings. This song inspire me to do more, to which where I am today. Thanks Andy.

[@ZakkBaker]

Andy big time fan man been following you since you started with candyrat. Anyhow i also am a musician ive been playing guitar for about 13 years now self taught by ear and your precision and talent on the acoustic is unparalleled. also my father is my best friend and god forbid i cant even fathom if something were to happen to him. But i would play this at his funeral. the raw emotion and grace in this song is only bested by its perfection and tastefulness gives me goosebumps every time.

[@dekrooner]

if i could listen to only one musician/band/artist for the rest of my life...i think it would be andy.

[@SAMIT515]

dude you basically just broke my heart with this song. music would be a very sad thing without truly gifted people like you, thank you :)

[@arnaudETC]

wish i could write some kind of things for my dad... heard a thousand times and still struggling not to cry... great song andy!!!

[@ColdFormedSteel3D]

Learning this song right now, so fun to learn and play!!! ^^ It's going to take me weeks but man that's going to be great getting there!

[@JonsxGamertag]

I truly admire this man. He is so undisturbed by past events and events to come and lives in his moment. I truly envy that ability. The ability to not allow any emotions to get in the way of that moment and embrace those emotions as another paret of the moment, like another layer of melody in a song. Bravo, Andy, Bravo

[@brunoloison1775]

Merci Monsieur,comme votre musique et ce morceau en particulier me fait du bien,puissiez vous me ravir éternellement,merci encore

[@elangpermana8303]

i'm sorry dad...i cant makes you smiling...even till now...luv u dad

[@thelastofus2online]

Llevo 12 años escuchando esta canción. Gracias.

[@HarveyTulk90]

this song is just beautiful it helped me when my dad passed away like four years ago and its nice also i dedicated to my father who his up in heaven may god be there with you

[@jb00705]

bawling my eyes out now and forever, wonderful and cathartic

[@kellyscakes222]

I have to listen to this song at least once a day.....I feel it in my soul, and it brings me to happy tears.......Andy Thank you for sharing your amazing talent and obvious love for music and playing guitar...you are one of a kind

[@xXZiegfriedXx]

My father passed away, and I learned this music as a way to thanks to all things that he did to me

[@culpeperbill]

Great song Andy. What an awesome song and a beautiful guitar. Just awesome.

[@AubryRugBurn]

The only song from andy i could learn haha this is just so beautiful I'm so glad i put in the time to learn it and play it its amazing to play yourself but of course never as good as Andy he's just he one of the best guitarists i've ever heard I don't want to say the best because I don't want to be disrespectful but *cough* *cough* haha

[@willowdonato2308]

Reading comments while this song plays made my eyes tears a little bit

[@WigganNuG]

I think Andy reminds us that music can be a truely a magical thing.

[@ArepawithCheese]

Andy Mckee's songs are the best songs to study or just to be like in peace.

[@simplerichard3357]

my father is dying, he have cancer. every time i'm listening to this song, i'm crying

[@ohaRega]

+Simple Richard i'm sorry :

[@ThomasOverMany]

Could you imagine being able to write a song like this, let alone to be able to play it, and have every note just fit perfectly? He's more than talented.

[@guitarist4life00]

Really wish I had this kind of talent. Andy Mckee is my favorite acoustic guitarist. He invokes such soulful thought and passion through his music. Favorite song by him.

[@xurxogan4621]

Andy you make me fly, and forget all my problems, sorry for my english. Thank´s for your music, and your way to play the guitar.

[@tinabear91]

your literally so amazing you make me almost see the music as well as hearing it. you sir are something incredible.

[@RomanticGuitar-ns4qn]

Wonderful relaxing music, thank you so much for sharing 💜👍

[@darkiron22]

even though its an instrumental song, if you start listening to it, there is a lyrics forming in your mind but you can't explain or express it., now thats MUSIC!!!