Andy McKee - Nakagawa-san - www.candyrat.com

[@RikuIan]

RIP Isato Nakagawa. Thank you for showing Andy your drive to spread the art of solo steel-string acoustic guitar in Japan. You were truly inspiring!

[@salvadoremartinrioja]

R.I.P MAESTRO NAKAGAWA ...

[@travisbowmanmusic]

Perfect example of a musician pouring his heart out through the instrument.

[@dicerosautismambient4894]

+Travis Bowman like your music

[@jenniferreid8515]

and that is precisely why it sounds so beautiful.

[@dallasheld1951]

I watched my beautiful bride walk down the aisle to this song.....such a truly gifted player

[@melissaturriff4013]

such a wonderful thing. you chose well. and I'd be lucky to have such a moment

[@dallasheld1951]

Melissa Turriff you will be one day!

[@flanderstruck3751]

Fake

[@tooleleven]

As a songwriter I wish I could bargain my conscious, as Andy does, to be a part of this euphonious realm; where such imaginative music endures. The emotion, the scope, and the sense of necessity for reason, in each note is free of ego. This song is simply awe-inspiring.

[@erikfan21]

That last strum gave me chills ♥ amazing song

[@SANCTIOND]

An afternoon where the light is just right and the wind blows softly over water. Yea, that place, this song took me there.

[@fernandesbrandon1]

Im right there too bro, lets have a barbeque :3

[@Quercusssss]

So sweet, this music just lifts me up to a place I never want to leave

[@JanoyCresvaZero]

My... Lord... How anyone could sit through this entire song and not think it's one of the most beautiful, delicate, genuine and heartfelt compositions they've ever heard... Blows my mind. There is plenty of beautiful music in the world today, but there's something about the way Andy plays this song... There are no vocals, but I can hear a voice. There's beauty in the simplicity of a single acoustic guitar, finger picking and a particular ambience that just takes over. Gorgeous.

[@claradelarco]

This song is Awesome! When I listen to it, all the pain inside is over

[@milesmeise]

The last few notes... they always get me. I love how those strings ring with the sound of mastery.

[@Sulfitee]

andy is love

[@vuk97]

+Manoel Del Arco andy is life

[@krestophvon-spake9493]

+Vuk 'N' Guitar please dont go there! lol Not with Andy! haha

[@eugenestrader1891]

I had Pandora on when I went to sleep this morning. I woke up hearing something so beautiful, almost celestial."Nakagawa-san". Thank you Andy for making me smile.

[@jonathanwestbay5077]

this music isn't a place. more like a space. if it is a place, it's a place I've never been, only musically...

[@jonathantrender8835]

Jonathan Westbay Hey, Jonathan.

[@cdcleary]

This one and any of his videos for that matter should all have the same 7 figure number of views. This is the kind of music that changes lives.

[@KevintheBarbarian]

Turned me from metal and now i thank you

[@xixicorrupt]

+Kevin Rice Andy is actually a huge metal head, fun fact for ya.

[@dianapryan]

"Nakagawa-san" A dedication to the steel-string forefather of Japan, Isato Nakagawa. Isato invited me to perform with him and Masaaki Kishibe in Japan back in 2005. It was such an honor and I absolutely loved the culture and people. In this tune I tried to emulate parts of Isato's style, particularly his guitar vibrato, by shaking the entire guitar. "

[@cdcleary]

please tell me i'm not the only one who gets really baked and watches this guy play guitar...

[@Orangelemonblue]

Busted

[@ReductioAdAbsurdum]

The beautiful thing about Andy McKee is that he doesn't develop music to showcase his technique, he develops technique to showcases his music. A lot of guitarist play from their fingers. He plays from his ears.

[@alexmuzio23]

Finally learnt this on guitar. Wow that was Fucken hard but worth it

[@Loonaticx]

Andy, Antoine and even Nicholas Barron, these are the future of classic music for our kids, I know it's gonna be about all I listen to for a long time, this music put your whole being at peace. I don't think that can be denied.

[@marysefonta8371]

Thanks to remember the talent of this Artist, I go and listen his way of playing last week to not forget, so I make him again a little Alive !

[@enriandakeno]

You´re the best guitarist in the world . your harmonies, your chords seems to come from heaven . I´m a musician too from spain and I think that your music is the authentic way , not only incredible tecnic but deep feelings of joy and sweetness too. Thank you very much

[@porter1164]

Ive been playing for nearly 20 years and for those of us that know what were seeing Andy is incredible. He was born to play acoustic guitar.

[@capoman1]

Andy's compositions back then were so mellow and simple compared to his newer stuff. I would like to hear more stuff like this from Andy.

[@flanderstruck3751]

8 years later and your comment is still accurate. Looks like Andy made his best work in his early 20s (Rylynn, Art of Motion, For my Father). He seems to have lost the spark unfortunately

[@erictaylor9199]

Dig deeper my friend. Andy has not changed. Maybe your ears have to his music. Andy has remained consistent.

[@Archon51]

The thing I love about Andy Mckee is that you don't have to wonder what he is like in person.. his music tells you everything about him. I'm not a religious person but I have to say if there such a thing as a soul it comes from expression. No one ever fights on the comments of his videos.. If one thing could truly change the world and bring people together it is music like this. There may not be a specific point in life but music is one incredible things we humans can make.

[@Gunther147]

This song among others by Andy are so encouraging. They give light in a dark time and help us better understand ourselves. Everything he writes is so sincere and true, you can't help but be moved, changed and renewed after each listen. There isn't much more things that are as relaxing as listening to this.

[@GadgetAddicted]

On the contrary i felt that the 0:56-1:01 said "i love you" Ive watched this at LEAST 40-50 times and i still get goosebumps every time. Cant wait to try this song. Right now im working on For My Father. Tackled the hardest one first lol "Ebon Coast" What an inspiration!

[@Puzantk]

Saw him Sunday in San Antonio. He was absolutely amazing. He played Common ground and in the middle of the song transitioned to Smoke on the Water and then back the song. I shook his hand and got a few pictures with him!

[@NathanS1994]

this man was born with a gift, he didnt even take lessons, not many people can play to his standards, he, is a true virtuoso of the instrument

[@michaelikemefuna7885]

2022 and I find peace in this still. Timeless...

[@Sauvenee13]

I just come back from his gig in worcester! Absolutely blew me away, not only is he an outstanding guitarist but he is such a great man! Hope to see him again!

[@jackalopin]

It's listening to music like this which truly makes me appreciate life. Nothing matters. This is it.

[@HungarianGuitarist]

always when I listening this song, I thinking about my life... what I made wrong, what I should do better... this song is saying me stop!! sit down and thinking.... and say thanks all the gifts what you got from God... thanks Andy this song!

[@AnonymouslyAbsent]

Just beautiful! I love the little harmonics he adds here and there, he is one of my favorite guitarists!

[@TheHomingByrd]

Dear Andy, You are one of the greatest guitarists alive, you inspire me

[@Aggression29a]

Just imagine what kind of soul a person has to have to compose such a song...

[@sr1129]

i cant believe this is one of his fewest viewed songs, its utterly fantastic

[@ollozbollozmcfeast]

I've met him several times on concerts and have talked a lot with him about his music and family - he is an amazing person, and I feel very lucky to have had the chance to meet him :)

[@DirEnGreyRule]

Man, andy is like nothing i have ever seen or heard,and there will never be anyone like him. Hes just so good! He sound so good, just by himself. He shows why i love the acoustic guitar.

[@ehhhhhhhhhh]

Andy has over the last year and a half become one of my absolute favorite guitarists... and I'm so jealous that my friend got to see him live and I didn't have money/time to take the trip.

[@JasonCheckla]

Listening to this song is like listening to a story. It's amazing.

[@UrbanCohort]

For the record...he is a fantastic person. I had the fortune of meeting him briefly, several times, in person while I was in my awkward phase...and HE was the one to try to break the ice...as if he was the one trying to get to know ME, rather than the other way around. Just a great personality, overall.

[@WigganNuG]

Andy's music makes all my muscles relax.. and breath.. and just live.

[@ZomBoSk8r]

I bought both the new CD and DVD. Andy has so much talent that it's ridiculous. Can't wait till he gets out here to the West Coast (of America), specifically the Seattle Area. To Andy and the rest of the Amazing Talent over at Candy Rat records...keep pumping out those sweet sweet ones and I'll keep listening with Awe and Wonder. Thanks

[@Raven2702]

cant wait to see him again! what a great guitarist

[@guitaradrenaline13]

i agree. i have never heard anyone with as much clarity with his music that Andy. truly, he is a gifted artists whose sound is difficult to reproduce

[@uselessidguy331]

You're not kidding. It blows me away with every listen on the CD. This song and Ouray are my two favorites.

[@JonnyCrash]

The up-strum at the end of this song always literally makes the hair on the back of my neck stand on end. Definitely one of my favorites.

[@jesseRomine]

Hey Andy McKee thanks for the wonderful music. My heart goes out to you and your family. I am so grateful to be able to hear what great music you play. it really helps me.

[@Carrion29]

Must be blissful and a blessing to be able to express yourself in such a way. The mix of feelings the song emits is just breathtaking... My utmost respect for you as a person and for the wonderful music you grace us with. I hope you won't ever stop.

[@bernofx]

I can't explain with words the feelings that this song make me feel... His talent is a present from God! Thanks to Him for giving us this....

[@BallofBase]

I'm thinking that last chord is maybe the best chord ever played in musical history. Love the way Andy bows at the end in humility to the nirvana he just created.

[@capfroggy2k]

This song reminds me that there are still some things worth living for in this world.

[@iloveregedo]

This is the best music to get wicked baked and just chill and listen to.. I love you Andy Mckee

[@HungarianGuitarist]

One of Andy's best songs... if not the best of the best... lovely tune masterpiece

[@anon49ymous]

he's a wonderful guy. warm, kind, fun, laid back.. he is as he seems.

[@TurdFerguson98]

That was a great song. To be able to write and play that well is a real gift.

[@deathchips926]

This dude's is a serious diamond in the rough. Despite all the nonsensical bullshit music that violently pollutes our airways, Andy reminds us that there can be truth, purity, and beauty in music. Andy is not a show of finger movement, or stage antics. Nor is here to be persuaded into composing monotonous "hits" for the mainstream boreheads. He's a breath of fresh air. He's a fuckin' Musician man. You're the truth Andy.

[@etherealessence]

simply put, he is a true artist that has mastered the guitar. everything he creates is a beautiful piece of work.

[@gnukev]

I keep coming back to this one. So beautiful!

[@mccartney2]

every song of this guys is so melodic... thats where he has the edge...its almost like there should be a voice over it..!

[@Ms1ohrlaeppchen]

I saw him yesterday in Germany and he just blew me away!! So amazing..

[@jackalopin]

when i listen to your music all my problems and worries seem to drift away.

[@popehatesrap]

Simply a beautiful musical soundscape. His guitar sings for him....

[@desol8]

the one thing I always love about Andy when you look at his pages is the lack of silly troll responses from people looking to argue about who is the best guitarist etc, everyone just wants to rave about how amazing his music is.

[@gedge3]

Simply beautiful and amazing. Amongst one of my favorites.

[@Redraw4444]

Some people deserve to live forever, it would be beneficial to many generations of people to draw inspiration for the wonderfully well crafted sound this man can create as well as the relaxation and happiness people inevitably feel listening to it.

[@jur-r8910]

Ahhh........Nostalgia man..........pure Nostalgia I miss these days

[@ruivoadf]

Congratulations Andy! The music is perfect and is being heard here in Brazil!

[@0pus]

The peace and happiness deep in your music... Thank you very very very much for this dream. See yoU

[@Tazerz]

I'm a big fan of Don Ross, Antoine Dufour, Nicholas Barron, Gregory Hoskins and have listened to a number of other Candyrat composers and musicians, and I cannot deny that I always return to Andy. Nothing is more relaxing hearing Mr Mckee sit and play an acoustic - it's beautiful, thank you Andy :)

[@IvikHostrup]

Just look at his face expression, it says it all.. Beautiful.. No more should be said.

[@RomanticGuitar-ns4qn]

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

[@theriven1]

how unexplainable and indescribable beauty can sound. music was my first love. Andy really one of the best on earth I guess : )

[@WhitishCube]

i could listen to his music all day. dang

[@georshibbarn]

Thank you for your music Andy, my tears cried..

[@VeritasAlienari]

If you'll watch the song, "Rainbow Chaser" from Mr. Nakagawa, you'll be blown away by how well Andy emulates that vibrato and style. Both of these songs are emaculate in their discourse and especially in their emotional portrayal. Absolutely incredible music, period.

[@Synapzze]

I agree wit alleycat. His songs are enough to lull you to sleep! That's how amazing he is.

[@ricktg]

This song should be called 'Over the clouds'.. Great talent..great job.

[@o7levi]

music like this gives me a sense i can relax and that i'm grounded. there's so much mess in the outside world and it's all unecessary. thanks andy, God's using you

[@jjtr679]

I remember me saying exactly the same about this song to a friend a few years ago. Nice to see that I'm not the only one.

[@chill4play]

Can't put into words how this song makes me feel!! Just know it uplifts me when life dealing out her worst. Excellent.

[@DaxAndreas]

He's coming to the netherlands in May so I think he'll visit the UK too in the same month :)

[@ARom16]

I'm going right out and buying everything I can by this guy. From my (a guitarist of a year and a half) point of view, this is absolutely astounding. There is really no way to describe how much respect I have for Andy or how amazing his music is. I mean, it's almost a religious experience just listening to him.

[@alleycat86]

just got to hear his stuff today for the first time, shits real soothing..dudes the definiton of virtuoso

[@bmxtra211]

Just in absolute awe of this song.

[@cdcleary]

My word, more beautiful every time I hear it. I'm speechless.

[@FallouFitness_NattyEdition]

I've heard a myraid of beautiful acoustic guitar songs over the years, but this one is perfection.

[@me700gnomes]

Everyone take a long hard notice at the lack of ads before canydrat videos. Respect.

[@SteffenM2]

That guy is my hero.. I love his songs!

[@shmina1]

I love his expressions when he plays.

[@smallsam52]

HOLY CRAP!! That last chord is SO BEAUTIFUL!!

[@hannah2312]

i've been non stop listening for about 3 hours now? and i'm going to carry on listening =) for my father made me cry :')

[@daisuk3]

tuning, passion & dedication to practice. Will get u playing like this after so many years. he plays nearly all with caps and drop d`s instead of the e`s

[@etherealessence]

An excellent song in tribute of Isato Nakagawa, both Andy and Isato are amazingly talented.

[@ikra]

isato nakagawa, a guitarist worth writing a piece for, Andy must have met him a looong time back. inspirational. Arigato Nakagawa San

[@maclef70]

beautiful, no words can truly describe the harmony in this song

[@Neptunade]

Nakagawa-sama, the man played so much with such little music. Guitar-aikido.

[@Ca2roline]

doesnt need any. His music is beautiful as it is.

[@JonnyCrash]

I love this song. That last strum always makes the hair on the back of my neck stand up. This song is emotionally evokative.