Bob Marley "Three Little Birds" Lesson - Easiest Guitar Songs for Beginners

[@swiftlessons]

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I love your lessons. You use minimal chords, basic strumming, lay it out in proper progression and demo it - you have me hooked - fantastic!

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(y) Been playing 11 years, and in that time I have seen ALOT of tut videos on KZbin and this is by far the best I've ever seen I think. Why? THEORY EXPLAINED THROUGH PRACTICE. Not even my IRL guitar teacher knew how to do that, when I asked him why a fifth was a fifth it took him until the next lesson to work out how to explain it to me haha. You just do it as your playing to get people familiar. I got the rythem for this first time because of the way you just counted whilst playing one chord, I was even singing along as I played first time around! That's just credit to the well composed video. Lovely guitar too ;)

[@swiftlessons]

+Tim Tovey Thanks so much Tim, one of the most motivating comments I've received all day, it means alot. Keep checking back, I have some really great lessons planned for the coming weeks. -Rob

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I will! And no - thank you for taking the time out of your life to do this for us :)

[@michelemoneywell8765]

Fantastic! Thank you so much! Here are my notes: The song is in the Key of A Major, which is this: A B C# D E F# G# A The I, IV, and V chords are A, D, and E Note: A Major Scale has these steps: Whole, whole, half, whole, whole, whole, half. The C Major scale has no sharps or flats: C, D, E, F, G, A, B, C Refer to it if you forget the whole and half step sequence. The I, IV, and V chords of the C Major Scale are C, F, and G. The modified intro is this: 2nd string: frets 10, 10, 12, 10 1st string: frets 12, 9 2nd string, frets 12, 10 (repeat 4 times) I think it's ok to "cheat" and use any fingers; I use 1st and 4th Notes played in modified intro: B String: 10th fret A, 10 A, 12 B, 10 A E String, 12 E, 9 C# B String, 12th fret B, 10th A Note all notes are in the A Major Scale Strumming Pattern is Reggae style. 1 & 2 & 3 & 4 & Knock on the guitar body on 1,2,3 and 4. Strum UP on each & Keep it nice and short. Note: Most rock music has the beats on the whole number counts with 8 8th notes, or counts 1 and 3 with 4 quarter notes (4/4 time). Reggae is "synchopated" with the beats on the "and" count for 8 8th notes, and on the 2 and 4 for 4 quarter notes counting. Note: He/you say "Slap the strings." I say "Knock on the guitar." The assumption is we would know something as simple as "slap the strings," but there isn't instruction, so, I'm not sure how to do it without making the strings sound notes. The guitar knock sounds good, so I'm sticking with that. Chorus: (6:19 in video) (knock) Don't (A ) worry, About a thing (knock) Cause (D) Every little thing, is gonna be all (A) Right. (knock-stay on A) Singing Don't worry, etc. Repeat. Chorus Summary: A (8 beats), D (4 beats), A(4 beats) Word chord switches: Cause(knock)-Every(D); All (knock) Right(A) Note: (8) is 8 strums, or 2 measures of knock-strum, knock-strum, knock-strum, knock-strum. Verse (9:06 in video) (A) Rise up this mornin' Smile with the (E) risin' sun Three little (A) birds Pitched by my (D) doorstep Singin' (A) sweet songs Of melodies (E) pure and true Sayin', (D) "This is my message to (A) you, whoo-hoo" Verse Chord Progression Summary: A-4 beats, E-4, D-4, A-4 then A-4, E-4, D-4, A-4. One line verse summary, 4 beats/chord: A E A D, A E D A

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[@MrBaker265]

The way you teach this is perfect! I've been looking for so long someone that plays it first before telling the chords but also sings. Good job bro

[@rickitamorgan1489]

I know this video is a little dated so I'm late but you are very gifted. Not just with your voice and 🎸 playing (which are beyond amazing) but also with teaching. Not everyone can dissect a skill and break it down to a level in which a beginner can grasp the concept. Thank you, I've always wanted to learn to play.

[@swishersweetz]

You have a great voice....Very expressive, clear and honest..........real. Great lesson.

[@johnsteed4045]

Hey Rob! You really nailed this song! Sounds great! Thanks for the lesson.

[@kyliesammond4927]

This is a fabulous tutorial! I have been on and off trying to learn a song on the guitar for years, I came across this lesson and it finally clicked for me! Thanks so much!

[@jamesmilton7998]

Thank you so much for this amazing song. Im from Queensland Australia 🇦🇺.I’m going to learn this song. I have come across your guitar lessons just recently. U have motivated me to get back in playing guitar. Has really helped with my mental health and depression. I have just recently learnt Stand by me and let it be amazing. Thank you so much really Appreciate it

[@shawnjbray]

This is the best lesson for this song I've ever found. Appreciate it man

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THE GEMS ON THE ODD FRETS OF YOUR GUITAR ARE SO PRETTYYY~

[@edbagdonas9491]

Best video on how to play the song accurately out there . Thank you.

[@uluvnic]

Thank you for breaking down the rhythm!!! I used to play classical guitar and never learned rhythm so this is super helpful!

[@xelaquet]

Great explanations throughout. I often find myself cycling back to your videos after trying to learn a new song via other videos. Thanks much.

[@CC-qb9sm]

This was simply a fantastic lesson, thank you so much for posting.

[@eboi1324]

In the intro, before returning back to B then A, try plucking B then C#(14th fret) which will now be the ending part of the intro. Then do it all again. Hope the suggestion helps :)

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I played it, I really played it! Dude why do you not have way more subscribers than this!!! Thanks you're awesome man!

[@Ajs00]

You are one of my favorite guitar teachers on youtube! thanks for the tutorials! Some will like your content and some wont. Thats life! but great stuff

[@mariontuten4752]

Cool job teaching one of the most simple but most beautiful melodies ever written, Marley was Dylan of the Islands,

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hi i just started playing guitar again after middle school a couple years back. You freshened my memory up and are a great teacher you earned a sub!!!!! keep up the good work

[@swiftlessons]

Hadou Slimani Hey thanks so much, glad you're picking your guitar back up. Much more on the way, so check in soon. -Rob

[@colinajohnninoc.5343]

Thanks man! I understand quickly, so easy I though it so hard, Im so thankful that I see your tutorial

[@fransvenrooy4760]

I,ll be a real Bob Marley this summer !!!This song is such a beautifull reggae thingie🌄

[@cellatzadeckful]

if this is beginner then i will never learn how to play guitar

[@CombatMedic1O]

Yeh it's fairly easy guitar wise but trying too sing and play this correctly is not beginner. Don't sweat it. You'll get it with daily practice. Your mind will get better after every sleep.

[@cellatzadeckful]

@@CombatMedic1O thank you for the motivation, I will try :D

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@@cellatzadeckful please don't give up. Just play every day and keep learning new songs. I promise it will all start to work itself out, eventually.

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Dare to be bad.

[@euginchristo4396]

Thank you so much dude....I learned this song within a week... I had to nail the slapping part but that was fixed in three days... Thank you for teaching me how to play my first song on guitar.....

[@eco-flighthanggliding345]

Rob, Thank you so much! Your lessons are WONDERFUL! I am making incredible progress thanks to you and others here on you tube. I actually amaze myself! This Reggae version of this song was hard for me at first.....NOW....I revisited it...and it sounds FANTASTIC.....This particular song really HELPS my SINGING too.....(Its very easy to sing)! I would recommend it to anyone who is trying to improve their singing as well as guitar playing! You give 3 nice options for the intro....anyone should be able to play at least one version of that! For that "Slap".....I would describe it as a "Palm Muted, Scratch" on the down beat....Sound the chord on the UP beat! Rob.....YOU are a GREAT instructor! (Believe me....in the past I have dredged up some AWFUL instructors)! One told me....."I would NEVER ever be any good at guitar and I should just put it down and save my money and everybody else's ears".....He destroyed my DREAMS for years! Well....I am back on my dream....thanks to YOU ! I can't thank you enough! (And hey....it IS WORKING....I can actually call myself a "Musician" and a "GUITARIST" now)! You, have helped me achieve my dreams....it totally blows me away! THANKS AGAIN ROB! Oh and BTW: My name is Rob, also! Wow...the whole cosmic thing is really communicating now!

[@devchoudhary12]

THE BEST LESSON OF THIS SONG!!

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The explanation it's simple and very detailed. Thumbs Up swiftlessons !!!

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Another great lesson Mr. Swift! Thanks

[@swiftlessons]

stan hankins Thanks Stan, glad you're getting something out of these lessons. More to come!

[@macauleyhillebrandt8224]

The help with this song has been brilliant I'm a beginner of 4 months and I picked this up easily with your help through the song to help me understand was brilliant Thankyou for your time to teach people you've certainly made things more easy for me I just have to work on my bar cords they still hurt :'D

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Nice job dude.. been trying to teach my son the rhythm technique for ages.. 10 mins on your video and he has it down...

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Best version / lesson out there ... very accurate. Thanks

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the best cover and lesson. you make life more easy on guitar, thanks a million

[@swiftlessons]

+MrJoelalcasey1971 My pleasure, so glad to be of help. -Rob

[@LanguageGalaxy]

this is the easiest with the best sounding lesson i've seen on this song with the slap technique. thank you!

[@wingn3849]

Awesome tutorial. Thanks so much. Seen it a bunch of times trying to learn this. I’m learning using barre chords. Barre chords feel more natural to me since muting is easier. Been 2 months of about 30 mins a day. Can’t say it’s great sounding since my barre chords aren’t clean all the time and my chord changing speed leaves a lot to be desired.

[@19HurdyGurdyMan46]

Good lesson, really good. Thank you.

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Hey brother nice rendition. Like it. Thanks .

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Man your a good singer. Respect.

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Super thanks! The strumming pattern is what I was looking for :-)

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I like the way you teach.

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Lyrics A Don't worry about a thing D A 'Cause every little thing.. gonna be alright A Singing' don't worry about a thing D A 'Cause every little thing... gonna be alright A Rise up this mornin' E Smiled with the risin' sun. A Three little birds D Pitch by my doorstep A Singin' sweet songs E Of melodies pure and true D. A Saying', (this is my message to you) Singing' don't worry 'bout a thing 'Cause every little thing gonna be alright Singing' don't worry (don't worry) 'bout a thing 'Cause every little thing gonna be alright Rise up this mornin' Smiled with the risin' sun Three little birds Pitch by my doorstep Singin' sweet songs Of melodies pure and true Sayin', this is my message to you Singin' don't worry about a thing, worry about a thing, oh Every little thing gonna be alright, don't worry Singin' don't worry about a thing, I won't worry "'Cause every little thing gonna be alright Singin' don't worry about a thing 'Cause every little thing gonna be alright, I won't worry Singin', don't worry about a thing 'Cause every little thing gonna be alright Singin' don't worry about a thing, oh no 'Cause every little thing gonna be alright

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Nice one you explained the technique the chords and even an easy way to play the intro awesome teacher thank you . could you do simply red's version of night nurse please.

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your tutorials are so easy to learn. thank you sir keep doing more videos.

[@TylerWolfeCreations]

Thanks 4 your help. Can you explain what you're doing with your 1st finger at 4:24. What does barred mean? Thanks

[@swiftlessons]

+Tyler Wolfe That means to hold down more than one string at a time, usually with your first finger.

[@PeferdDaCosta]

thanks, you have a lovely voice :) could you make a tutorial on how to play John Mayers stop this train? i would appreciate it if you do :)

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Nice work. Genuine delivery. Keep it up.

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That was awesome. One of my favorite songs.

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Thanks, Rob! Great song and amazing lesson, as always! Great work)

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Great beginner lesson! :D Slowly getting there with fluidity! :)

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Love that song and you tutorials are awesome. I would love a tutorial on lean on me. Thanks for everything.

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Great method boss!!! Thanks for showing us!

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Very good presentation especially for beginners

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Thank you it was super easy to follow!

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Great video man:D Can't wait to play this song by the pool

[@swiftlessons]

Diogo Simons Thanks, I really appreciate the comment. Yes, that sounds like a solid afternoon. Have fun. -Rob

[@kpopwtv]

Great thanks ! would be cool to have you playing it entirely at the end so we can train our rhythm & groove

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thank you so much, lots of fun learning with you :)

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thank you ...u are a good teacher easy to follow cool runnins

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Thanks very useful. Good and simple, a classic.

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great! this will be my first song

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i live in Tenerife island, i do not understand most of what your say, but to see this very easy.

[@swiftlessons]

+Juan Carlos Castro Touris wow, what a beautiful place to live! Thanks for stopping in!

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I always love your lessons

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You are just what I was looking for!

[@swiftlessons]

+ReapersNight15 thanks, I just posted "Stir it Up" which uses the same chords!

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swiftlessons awesome Just saw it and I can't wait to learn it!

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wow first guitar tutor with professional singer voice

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i like the the way you played the Bob Marley song.Please i request "MY BEST FRIEND BY DON WILLIAMS"

[@swiftlessons]

Hey Craig, thanks for the positive feedback. Feel free to submit your request at: swiftlessons.com/Request_a_Song

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THANK YOU SO MUCH! I'm going to practice this!

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God Bless you, beloved Master Thank you so much for your Amazing work. You are my healer and inspiration in life not just to play guitar, but to also teach, educate and help people live better more fulfilling and meaningful lives! A song request: Metallica - Nothing Else Matters Led Zeppelin - Stairwaysto Heaven Red Hot Chilli peppers - Californication Stay Blessed

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Самый нормальный разбор на эту песню, подпишусь. Спасибо!))) Отличное видео)

[@davidstapley7203]

Nice lesson, thanks & singing..

[@KamakazeHeadbanger]

Excellent tutorial man. Loved it. Maybe Budapest by George Ezrah

[@swiftlessons]

KamakazeHeadbanger Thats the tune! I've been trying to remember the title of that one. Would you mind submitting it to the suggestion box? goo.gl/s6rH26

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Thanks so so much for your nice lesson!!! I luv it 👍👍🌹😊

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i really enjoy your videos. certainly has helped me learn alot!

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Great job Rob. love your lessons and it's obvious that guitar and music are your passions as are mine, as well. keep up the good work and thank you... Jeff from Delphi Indiana. (This is my girlfriend's Facebook account)

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love your lessons they are clear and helpfull

[@swiftlessons]

+Ronja fox Thanks, glad my teaching style is agreeing with you!

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super sweet you played man, i like it.

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Amazing lesson and amazing singing!

[@Gamer__Panda]

Unfortunately, I have small hands, which means that I can't mute the down strum using my thumb. Gotta use the pinky, which is kinda funky. Or I could just mute it by stumming AND putting my rand forehand on the strings. Anyway, It's a great tutorial, learnt a lot from you already! Love your content and keep it up!

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Hi!:) I love you're videos, I'm a new guitar player and self taught so far you're videos have really helped me enhance my skill set, as well as learn some really fun songs to play. I really want to lean to play Boardwalks by Little May. If you could do a video on it that would be so awesome but i also understand you are very busy so if not i totally understand. Thanks so much for all the help!

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Awesome video man! helped me alot.

[@swiftlessons]

+Suliman MOHAMMAD ASHRAF Hey thanks for reaching out. So glad you're making progress. Just the beginning of many successes I'm sure. Keep checking back and make sure to subscribe!

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Your lessons are epic.. voice is 👌too

[@erdogan330]

thank you so much great lesson .Fantastic.

[@leeslota9486]

Nice lesson. On the up-strum are you not strumming the open strings in the chords or muting them in some way so as not to spoil the staccato effect of pressing and releasing the fingered strings? Thanks.

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Nice one rob thanks 😊

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Love LOVE your lessons

[@eco-flighthanggliding345]

Fantastic lesson! I can now add this song to my list! Very Easy to learn! Sounds GREAT! I have one question. When you "slap" the strings....It actually looks as if YOU are doing a muted Down Stroke, for the slap? Just scratching the strings? Its amazing how tiny little things like that can change the whole sound of a song! GREAT LESSON......THANK YOU SO MUCH! I really appreciate the time you take to do these! OK.....NOW I see....(Looked at some of your other vids.).....The slap/scratching sound is just your plectrum hitting the bass string when you slap....

[@Kelseyfaym]

OMG what a great voice!

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Awesome you nailed it

[@willchrisre]

you should do a lesson on oh susana.and thanks again its so fun to play along