Easy Acoustic Guitar Songs EVERYONE Should Know How to Play!

[@ezragiesbrecht3233]

Wish you were here 1:03 Wonderwall 2:08 Imagine 2:48 No woman no cry/ let it be 4:20 Sweet home Alabama 6:02 The joker 7:40 Knocking on heavens door 9:10 I won’t back down 10:12 Tennessee whisky 11:00 Have you ever seen the rain 12:11

[@luvstevntoo]

thank you you’re my hero

[@carlbarker6889]

Thanks 😊👍🎸❤️

[@abhiramsnair-wn1gi]

I love you

[@chrispalasz]

Thanks! Was looking just for THIS

[@Brimontv]

Thanks! Nice to avoid Wonderwall ;)

[@abhishekkaushal4880]

I was fighting with depression and then i bought a guitar 3 years ago and playing guitar helped me a lot to get better in life

[@TylerLL2112]

Hell yeah! It really helps to have something like guitar to focus on. It can be daunting at first but, once you improve, it’s so rewarding.

[@abhishekkaushal4880]

@@TylerLL2112 yup exactly dude anybody can play any instrument the key is just to practice it

[@TylerLL2112]

@@abhishekkaushal4880 Take care my friend. Keep playing.

[@abhishekkaushal4880]

@@TylerLL2112 thank you and you too my friend 😊🖖

[@WindleDavidJ]

Thank

[@YoungWolfX5]

Sometimes I just lay in bed at night and think about how people used to learn to play guitar without Marty

[@vexocom5103]

Surprisingly, i did it all without him :) I need a whole year to get to the point to play any songs i want without looking at the chords formation. And Dude, its a very satisfying Journey😅 But Marty DID help me to play some songs. But most of them is self-taught

[@jimparsons639]

They used to learn by ear most still do

[@jimmyz2098]

LOL

[@scoobydee3954]

No you don't. Stop lying

[@ammariwinandias5692]

probably carl brown

[@Mr211083]

I wonder if this blokes got any idea how many hours of pure joy he's given the average person who was maybe a little bit introvert and would never of had the confidence to get guitar lessons....that's now sitting there strumming 1 of there favourite songs full of confidence.......an it's all thanks to this man ...thank you marty....from all of us

[@onecrazymedic6451]

Your instruction has been amazing. Started learning guitar 20 years ago and never followed up. I always loved guitar but I always had a learning block of some type. Your videos have been such a gift. I am a paramedic who suffers from PTSD. I have been using guitar for therapy.

[@abnakimaanlicht2109]

thats what music is a therapy that we all need

[@theseadragon3055]

Stay strong and rock on

[@tannerconkey1]

Same it helps get you mind off of things for a bit

[@davidbarnes8822]

I never realized you interviewed Ed King. My father was the stage manager for Lynyrd Skynyrd in the late 60s early 70s, and back in 2010 we took a trip to Nashville and I met Ed King and went to his house for dinner. Great experience and a great guy. Rest in Peace.

[@zdh82]

Hey Marty, I'm a 39 year old dude just learning guitar for the first time. I just want to thank you so much for making these videos, you've helped me more than anyone else. Hope you're doing okay. Much love man! Keep up the great work ❤️

[@Ryxnzdumb]

Heck of a ride to sit down in, I'm currently 14 and I picked up on guitar from my dad and uncle, after my uncle passing it really moved me and I learned wish you were here from pink Floyd, and it's definitely challenging but I stayed, you got it!

[@MADMANMoB]

@@Ryxnzdumb respect bro. Sorry for your loss bro.

[@nicholasmoore7659]

I've been playing for nearly 7 years yet I'm still a sucker for videos like this!

[@charlesdyer6126]

Ditto

[@chris1237992]

💯

[@kshitizraj8477]

me too

[@vanmaren7331]

Great refresher for even us vets.

[@Shawn-dg8ow]

For sure....

[@buck-mq3qo]

I actually learned the basics of playing guitar from your old lessons on these songs years ago! Its good to see your still teaching beginners.

[@comfortablynumb0696]

"Wish You Were Here" was my first song to learn playing a guitar. I'm strongly inspired by David Gilmour. He and the band (Pink Floyd) saved my life.

[@chikondimukuseti5397]

I started with u Marty 3 years ago from nothing. Now i can play more than 50 songs. Thank you so much

[@rockinbobokkin7831]

I don't know how he does it, but I feel like Marty is my actual friend. I know he's just a guy on the internet, but this dude touches me.

[@funguy4utube]

I think we all felt that from his first Marty Jamz videos … he is the King of guitar lessons

[@jeffm5991]

I like to pretend Marty is friend too because I don't have real friends.... 😞

[@darko714]

I like it that he doesn’t always edit out mistakes. It gives you a feeling for the process.

[@Gernansky]

@@jeffm5991 I'm an old man now but I remember when I was about 12 years old my mother told me one time "If you find one real friend in your lifetime you have done more than most" Just saying - A lot of people think they have "friends" but they really don't. The word "friend" is thrown around very loosely. Just saying - don't feel alone because you may not realize it but - you are in the majority.

[@popsmorris5887]

It's the hat...lol

[@kenschlegel4103]

Thank you Marty, I have learned so much from you since jumping off the cliff and pursuing basic guitar after COVID grounded us all. 😎

[@xcodychaosx]

Me too :b wish I would ve had the focus when I was 15 but 29 works also

[@landona1020]

I was 13 and started playing with your help. Learned a ton, got my finger smashed off at 18. Just yesterday at 24 I picked it up since I’ve built some skin on my finger back up. So glad to see Marty’s still here.

[@philipstrutt1086]

Man you are the reason I still play guitar! I have tried so many other instructors and KZbinrs over the years but your tutorials are still the best by a country mile. Keep up the awesome work! 🤘🏻

[@KitMcIntoshSJ]

Been playing 2 months and can play 8 songs, gonna be a lot more after today! Thanks Marty, best teacher I ever had

[@mikylevictor8042]

ahhh i see u started during the boredom of summer too👍

[@KitMcIntoshSJ]

@@mikylevictor8042 haha i suppose so yeah. I've owned a guitar for a long time, tried to learn a couple times. This summer I really decided to crack down and so far, so good

[@mikylevictor8042]

@@KitMcIntoshSJ had mine since i was eight havent used it in 7 years and just decided to dig it out and try

[@KitMcIntoshSJ]

@@mikylevictor8042 must be a common thing then 😂 and how's it going for you?

[@mikylevictor8042]

@@KitMcIntoshSJ pretty good thanks to guys like marty, guitar zero to hero and all the other ive learnt at east 12 songs

[@petemerenda6409]

Hey Marty, I had to find my password just to login and pay you a compliment. These messages are meant to be short. I'm 55, tried a couple of times to play in my 30s, and quit both times. This time, I started in January. I put my stand right near my desk so I'll pick it up every day. I guess because I'm a little more "mature," I'm patient, tell myself there's no rush and glad I'm glad to be learning. I would have quit if it weren't for you!! When I google tutorials, I go straight to those with your picture. Your method, consideration for the learner, upbeat and personable nature...well, we're now friends. I am grateful to you. Thank you Marty. Oh by the way, I have two bookmark folders, one called 'Guitar', one called 'Marty'. If I knew I how to use FB, I would have posted this for others to read.

[@Misterbanana945]

long message

[@Marc-js8rx]

As an "intermediate" player, I still very much enjoy learning from Marty, especially since my rediscovering the craft in my 60s a couple years ago. There are times when I think of just retiring and hanging out on a main street corner and playing & singing these 10 songs over & over-- just for the "totin' around money" -- and it truly wouldn't even feel like working. Love it! Thanks so much, Marty!

[@samanthamann7783]

Marty, you have helped me so much over the last 8 years you have no idea. Thank you for teaching me how to play guitar, it has brought so much joy into my heart.... A life long dream come true. And I don't even have a thumb! It's awesome. So grateful! Thank you!

[@RH-vl2wy]

I have gotten a few of your products. I’m doing the Texas blues currently…. I got off around 12:30 and picked my guitar around 230…. It is now 5 in the morning, and my eyes are watering… but I don’t want to stop playing!!!! This is my me time!!! Thank you Marty!!!!

[@codyjcunningham]

Marty, I am 31 years old and have been watching your content since the beginning! I was truly in a rut as a young novice player until you came along. The 17th "Feb 2022" of next month I will have been playing for 20 years and I owe a large chunk of that to you! Thanks so much my friend. You are truly a master of the craft😎

[@axeldaly7666]

👍

[@brianandbarikelly5349]

Great list and love the pointers of how to go from the basics, to adding some simple licks or walk downs to make them sound that much better. Looking forward to seeing Part deux!

[@classajobs3620]

Thanks Marty - I was alway nervous to get playing and learning. You made it easy for me and my 10 year old to learn! We appriciate the hours you spend spreading the love of guitar.

[@gamoboy13]

Marty! You are my go to! I recommend you to everyone. I started taking lessons for a few years when I was four years old then put it down for a while. Since I’ve had kids I’ve picked it back up and you have taught me so much. I’m beyond appreciative!!!

[@kendavis8046]

I'm 62. I can still hit some of the high notes, but something every musician should understand is that for the basic 1/4/5 patterns you are describing, once you learn barre chords, the world is your oyster in terms of simply transposing the key to where it's comfortable to sing. I am not criticizing your basic video instruction here, I know you get it, and I'm sure you teach this in your classes.The "high notes" comment came from "Have you Ever Seen the Rain" at the end. I move it to A. I can technically still hit the notes in C, but it is far more comfortable down a step and a half. And indeed, I learned most of these songs MANY years ago, but for beginners, this is a very good lesson. Thumbs up.

[@aintgotnone4225]

i apologize for my photo but you've literally taught me and helped me through my dads death 8 years ago and helped me accomplish so much since i saw you at 16. Now i reap the fruits of my labor because of you man. your the best inspiration for anyone. you show if you have perseverance, you can make it. so i thank you marty!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@catherinepuntonwilson57]

@ martyschwartz I love how you explain you teach very well. I am re-learning the guitar. Taught myself years ago to play for my own enjoyment from the piano. Then raising three kids came along and work. I’m so blessed. They’re grown and part time. Now I can devote re-learning and found you a while back. you are great. Thank you for all you do👍✌️👍✌️❤️👍✌️

[@kingsleyessegbey1768]

Today in church I got the idea to learn the acoustic guitar so I got one and took it home. While in my car I browsed for beginner lessons and out of the list, I found you and Fender which I think will be the two main resources for my new hobby. In one day I have learned the anatomy of the guitar and also used a free Fender Tune to learn how to tune and fine-tune. Thanks to Marty for saying there are free apps out there to help. I looked and found one.

[@mr.techjedi1507]

Gotta love how Marty teaches without expecting you to have a BA in music theory. Best guitar channel on youtube!

[@RRTNZ]

Once again Marty making cool songs simple enough for mugs like me. Thanks bro, you're awesome never change !

[@cleeisme1]

Marty you’re awesome! As a guitarist and teacher! I’ve wanted to play guitar for like ever. finally I picked up the acoustic guitar had for years and following you I am actually enjoying learning to play. And I’m only on lesson 3 and I’ve watched 1 strumming vid of yours. Love your approach, 5 minutes a day has turned into 30 minutes a couple of times a day. Building up calluses and loving it! Your the best!

[@d.mcdave8880]

Marty, I can't thank you enough for all that you do here. I have been a beginner for decades, and I feel like I can finally move on with your help. You have a great teaching style and great taste in music. You have helped me more than you know. Thank you so much.

[@alexapapbologna6849]

I'm just starting out on guitar and so far, you're the best teacher I've found. If you still take requests, it would be great if you could do a video on Runaway Train by Soul Asylum. Every video I watch on it doesn't really land with me. Thanks!

[@MichaelMoonPhotography]

Great tune!

[@saytplays1447]

This ain’t easy

[@RealKeriorMaloony]

we'll get it at some point bro

[@jameslizardo]

It takes time. You'll get it eventually. Got my first 6 string when I was 16, now Im almost 40. Time fly's 😢

[@Toucansam46]

I started a year ago and I agree none of these were easy. Well it’s been a little over a year and these are all easy now 🙂 just keep with it never give up and always remember the fun of an instrument is whatever you want. Everyone has their own style and influences and everyone was a beginner once

[@Nikkiijean]

@@jameslizardoGot my first at 14 - now 44….. but had a 25 year gap in the middle, where if I played at all, I played the same few 4 chord songs and nothing else - for a quarter century! 🙈 …. Back on religiously since 2021 though 😁

[@CYB3R2K]

​@@RealKeriorMaloony3 years later still horrible

[@derekbamonte2700]

Thanks for breaking them down to their simplest form. You are always my go to for learning a new song and have given me 100s of hours of guitar playing enjoyment.

[@funguy4utube]

Great as always Marty. Oh my Lordy so many also come to my mind: “Love the Way You Lie” “Margaritaville” “Tambourine Man” “Maggie May” (well, it strays off a bit) “Can’t You See”

[@sophiedearman3568]

Started learning guitar in February this year, 2024 aged 59. Discovered Marty June 2024 after hitting 60 & the videos have been incredibly helpful. The frustration is real though!

[@mburtondavis]

I’m a beginner and it’s hard figuring out what song are within my ability. So, this would be a great series even if it were top 10 drop d songs for beginners or best finger picking songs for beginners.

[@rjh1226]

Once you know the magic chords you can play anything

[@MrSilver69s]

look no further 2 chord song ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWOtnJxvfMaJa7s ) a horse with no name by America common strum pattern and foundation breaking bad and San Andreas gta fun song next good riddance time of your life Green Day ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5XPmJKil6dor6c ) common strum pattern 4 played easy chords key of G when going to the D chord keep your ring finger where it is and just put index and middle where there fretted when it comes to the part its something unpredictable the cadd9 should be Eminor in the strum patterns the last strum is the change it gives you time to go to the next chord Marty teaches @rjh1226 capo on first fret and open chords gives you all the keys

[@logarithm0]

@@MrSilver69s here a comma for you ,

[@caseylea2396]

THE JOKER OMG I love Steve Miller Band but ruled out learning most of their songs since I play acoustic…once again, Marty’s working magic 😁

[@JakeWoods-w5q]

Bro wish you were here still and always will be one of my all time favs … one of the first I learned to play thru

[@eltacokingpin6418]

Your the reason I learn how to play guitar I was so blessed been able to buy a guitar when I was 17 and I didn’t have enough to pay for guitar lessons but you Marty help me out so much thanks ur such a blessing thanks for what you do now I’m 32 and still playing

[@nabhchandra_]

Now plz do one similar list of songs for us intermediate guitarists 🙏. there are tons of vids for beginners on yt, so i feel like intermediate guitarists are often left out

[@Dungeons_and_Crawdads]

Marty I have been playing guitar in total now almost 15 years.. I could never progress because I’m self taught.. and then I found your KZbin. I love your videos, and I have been so lucky to have watched them for the better part of a decade. Also.. Peace and Love sounds like a fancier Imagine lol

[@Dungeons_and_Crawdads]

Also can’t believe it’s been 6 years already. Like.. I’ve been watching your videos for over half a decade.

[@jcheskaty]

My students just bought me an acoustic guitar to make sure I follow through with my goal to play the guitar. These videos are amazing. Thank you so much.

[@JaysonT1]

That was cool.

[@anthonyestell1977]

As much as I would love a part 2....I think I really NEED to see a part deux! Great work Marty been watching you for a few years now man. Literally, no corny bs, you've taught me 90% of what I know on the guitar...Thanks man!

[@PatrickBMusic-sf2hu]

Sweet guitar! After 10 years of wanting one I finally got a J-45 myself last Christmas and I love it!

[@brucelangsteiner4599]

Excellent stuff, Marty!! Thanks for "dumbing it down" for the rest of us.

[@12_red18]

Chronixx:legend... You're out here changing lives and healing souls man

[@spackel22]

Another great lesson Marty! Would love to see you break down a couple of these with focus on strumming dynamics. So key to getting the right sound. 🙏

[@tombushell1276]

I second this - very true!

[@avinachom8010]

I started a week ago, had to take a few days 'off' due Cov-19, just started to browse again for guitar songs and as always, I landed in your channel (which I subscribed to the day I started). Love your approach, simplicity and straight forward. I'm playing Zombie after 4 days (!) thanks to you and this video just opened my 'appetite' again. Thanks for posting this videos, you make guitar playing feel easy (and doable at mid age ;-) )

[@thomashardin816]

Grateful for this man. His videos have taught me so much about playing guitar!

[@tripp7387]

what a great video, marty taught me how to play a few of these and I'm still at a beginner level, but i watched this and learnt some new songs pretty much straight away. thanks for everything dude

[@juliansantaguida6225]

Bad bad LEROY BROWN tears in heaven Free fallin American pie Whanted Dead or alive Good riddance Haert break hotel Come on into my kitchen And love of my life I like all acoustic guitar songs if I have to pick it Would be good riddance by green Day

[@SxSxG666]

Fun fact! Let it B starts with a C :) I Like what you're doing. After almost 30 years of playing electrical guitar I'll tackle the challenge to learn some acoustic songs for all the campfires of this world where shredding fails to impress ;) It is funny to see what's actually hard to play for me but considered being easy and vice versa.

[@jasonq111]

When I started playing guitar I wanted to shred. As I went along I learned it was fun to play lead lines but more fun to play songs with little embellishments and also some lead stuff (Think: Sweet Child O’ Mine). I never wanted to be in a band. I started late in my 30’s. Now, in my 50’s I just wanna enjoy what I’ve learned and have fun w it. Marty makes it fun.

[@MrSonnyProductions]

Hi Marty, I've watched you for a number of years now and I've learned so much. Cheers for helping me out, you're always the guy I refer to when someone wants to learn guitar. 😊

[@rockturtleneck]

This is great. I'm always more blown away by great songs that use beginner chords than I am by ones that are super-complex.

[@branko_097]

When i was begginer i found lots of your videos for begginers........Now im much better and i play much harder songs, but i will never succes without you Marty

[@lukechappuis5606]

You know what, people?! We are so lucky to learn from this man. Marty is the Buddha of guitar playing.❤

[@tonyfrench100]

gotta say.. you just know when you meet someone that can rock it out. so smooth..just totaly understsated skill. nice one -one of best vids I have seen.

[@jefferynogler3140]

Thanks Marty. You're the best teacher I've come across so far. I always turn to you first .

[@lamarelrod8204]

Marty man you're great. I can't say enough of how you've helped me play.

[@JamesHunterRoss]

Hey, thanks for this. This is perfect beginner stuff (that I still need) and you teach it with such a warm, natural style. The playing has a great feel too; this is a 10 across the board.

[@antonnickschas5713]

oh i love hove u teach... and you are so friendly. i learned "I Wont Back Down" in like an hour or two. thank you for sweeten my day

[@keithclayton494]

Totally got check out these song! Just had a baby girl and I’m going to have to brush up on my guitar playing for her. It’s been a while since I’ve played. Thanks Marty!

[@kevindflowers234]

I love Redacted's version of 'Knockin' on Heaven's Door'. Their whole 'Hungry For Demolition' album was killer! 👀

[@lolza127]

Yo Marty i love your vids dude. Could you do ain’t talkin bout love by van halen please?

[@howardstang1918]

Marty's awesome. I have learned so much from his videos. thanks Marty!

[@JKCrane]

The Ed King interview by Marty was really great. Had to be overwhelming to be playing with Ed King. Legendary

[@KnobleKnight533]

Marty, just in case no one has told you yet today. . . YOU ROCK!

[@chrisgreenhorn1221]

By the help of this fella am pretty no bad now after 2 years of hard work but again thanks for these videos helped me learn so much massive appreciation 💪👍

[@MartyMusic]

Great to hear!

[@benjohnson3661]

@@MartyMusic Hi Marty. Could you do an acoustic lesson of 'Hope' (Twista ft. Faith Evans) ... just watched Coach Carter again and Im obsessed with this song

[@navvo1]

When marty starts shredding on the easy tutorials i know ill never get there but ill continue to enjoy watching and learning !

[@ems390]

Ive been learning guitar for 8 years watching these. Lifes been tough after my forced double vasectomy, but pluckin these chords has helped.

[@Bill-YellowDogWelding]

Love it! part 2 please!!!

[@KonorDraven]

I’m considering at mi early 40’s getting serious about acoustic guitar and in a big part is because of your videos so I just wanted to say thank you

[@urfuturo6467]

Great lesson. Many thanks. Motivated me to pick up the guitar again .. .... after progress flatline for a couple of months..

[@Toadishgrey666]

Marty you have and still are one of the biggest helps in my self learning experience

[@retractedhack]

I really appreciate this list!

[@akashbaruth1658]

Thanks brotherman, whenever I'm stuck I don't hurt my brain, I just check if you have covered the song and so far I always find everything here. Amazing 💯👍👍👍👍🙏

[@claudiajay8291]

Please do more songs ! Enjoy learning this way!

[@joellawrence9182]

Cats in the cradle , was my first song to strum and sing . Has a cool lick in the chorus to keep it amusing .

[@cristiancamargosvachova8064]

09:08 best riff ever 😎

[@chrisg7891]

Congratulations Marty on 3 Million subscribers! Truly a feat and well deserved recognition for what you have done for all of us.

[@BDKabrini]

Watching videos like this "showcasing 145/1546 etc etc" ,give me confidence to "Admit" I am a Guitarist. Cus I can play these without feeling inadequate (bcus of the simplicity) Also. This comes handy when it comes to song writing.

[@facepalmdaily4404]

Man, I've been playing Won't back down wrong for so long. LOL. I've been using power chords. Tennessee whiskey, though, I'd totally recommend a beginner learn it without the capo. It's a very easy introduction to barre chords, plus you'll be able to play those sweet solos.

[@gibbysmoviecorner8286]

TOOODAYYYYYY IS GONNA BE THE DAY THAT THEYRE GONNA THROW IT BACK TO YOUUU

[@brianl2875]

Chris who? DAC made that song popular for me. But a lot of people don't realize who originally did it and how many times it's been covered. Side note, it might help some people to count the Am in the song as 123456, 223456, 323456, 423456 and then switch chords. Nevertheless, excellent video Marty, you're a great teacher!

[@wardi9260]

Anyway heres wonderwall

[@aceventura3935]

Marty , you are amazing brother ! The time and dedication you take and put into rhese videos all to help us (especially begginers) ubderstand Truly amazing , cant thank yoy enough!

[@accousticpaul4991]

Some more iconic songs You can play on the Acoustic 🎸🎸 Time of your life (Green day) Breakfast at Tiffany's (Deep blue something) Hotel California (The Eagles)

[@torydrake2846]

Awesome Marty! I have been learning parts of what you just ran through masterfully and you put it all full circle for me... Every time i thought i was figuring it out and getting a good grasp... WAIT! There's more!!!

[@SIM3PAUL]

Hands down, the best (no headaches, no fret (pun intended)) guitar tutorials on the interwebz. Thanks Marty!

[@cheenu711]

Of course, wonderwall. I wish people learn the arpeggios in the bridge section before saying they know this song. It's easy but since I tend to mute strings without thinking it always frustrates me.

[@Grizzylife20]

Whenever I want to learn a new song and your video pops up I can learn it so much easier than with other guitar KZbinrs on here you have a way of making it so much easier thank you so much for doing this

[@Zekesaxman]

marty I LOVE THE VIDEOS. BUT. I have finally hit that point in the young swing, I CANT DO IT! I must play my own songs I literally can't listen to the instructions anymore and I couldn't be happier. Thank you from the WHOLENESS of my soul brother

[@rockfordfiles5451]

bad habit of just free flowing jazz and blues without any recognizable songs for anyone listening While this is fun and I'm good at it----- my new goal is to learn songs people know, all the way through. This is perfect- Thanks!

[@Hexer1975]

Greetings from Germany, I think the guy is absolutely great. Always nice to see and learn from, keep it up 😊

[@IV-V-iii-vi]

You know this guy is a legit guitarist because he's wearing a unique hat.

[@daksh5078]

Congrats on 3M subs bud!! 👍

[@emilyfast9242]

Yes, part 2 please!!