Gifting a Guitar to Roberto at Norman's Rare Guitars

Wow!! We love paying it forward, and last week Jack got gifted an amazing Gibson Les Paul, so now Jack is gifting our friend Roberto who plays outside of #NormansRareGuitars an amazing Fender Telecaster! If you want to tip Roberto, we set up a Venmo account for him, you can tip him at @Roberto-Jimenez-149
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[@olivarionline]

This is the first time I've seen a shop asking someone to play in front of their establishment, and even giving them a guitar. Incredible stuff - well done.

[@Hipsters_N_Hippies]

👏🏻👍🏻🤝

[@heres2ya]

JACK GAVE THE MUSITION THE GUITAR, NOT NORM!

[@olivarionline]

@@heres2ya still it was a pay it forward initiative by the shop. Other shops normally shout at such musicians to go make noise somewhere else.

[@johnpatterson8964]

Long Live Norm!

[@jammyb90]

👍👍

[@danyavilaoficial]

We (my mom and I) are deeply moved and in tears for this beautiful act of love. We know Roberto for years. We’ve enjoyed his performances always “playing for the songs”, never showing off. We’ve seen him everywhere playing in San Fernando Valley. He is a very talented and kind man. He helped his poor family in Mexico even sent his son and daughter to University playing music in the street. One of those stories. What example !!! even through the saddens of lost a son in Washington a few years ago due to a random act of violence. Let’s help Robert !!!!! He is a good man.

[@Ordell-L-Jackson]

Thank you for sharing this information about Roberto! Love his playing 👍 Awesome & kind for Norm & Jack, hope God blesses you guys greatly!

[@albertoortiz9040]

Amen God bless you abundantly💥💖🙏🙏🙏

[@jerryrosanderson3120]

❤🙏

[@jum8381]

Dan, if you can help me, would be splendid to really bless Roberto. Let's plan a big surprise for Roberto, shall we? How can I get in touch with you, Instagram????

[@Crmsnraider]

Big Up Man, legit

[@slavmeister73]

Roberto is a real life musician. He's not doing it for fame, he doesn't want to be famous. He just plays music for the love of it. The way he picked up that Telecaster and in seconds made it his instrument, that's what it's all about. He deserves this guitar in every way. Well done Jack and Norman's Rare Guitars for their generosity. God bless you, Roberto.

[@slimturnpike]

Hope no one steals the guitar from him on the street

[@slavmeister73]

@@slimturnpike It is a concern.

[@oldschoolfunkster1]

@@slimturnpike ... I hope a bus hits the thief... and then the guitar magically jumps back onto Robertos loving arms.

[@billlance6211]

Well said.

[@zerobertoballestra]

God bless Norman, Jack and Roberto 🙏🎸

[@davelaatsch4145]

Roberto needs his own KZbin channel, he is really good! Could listen for hours to that tone.

[@StickMan...77]

He definitely needs his own channel , his smooth soft style is amazing.

[@robsonsouza917]

Verdade, eu poderia ouvir a tarde toda muito lindo, Deus abençoe a todos.

[@michaelleigh6228]

100

[@StephenThompson-i8d]

It’s so relaxing listening to him play, very good, thank you.

[@ahmadredzuan9712]

His tone like something that play in hgh class dining place, something that soothing to ear, soft sound yet so enjoyable to hear it....

[@joethompson2910]

In this screwed up world, watching stuff like this makes me teary eyed…God Bless ALL of you guys!❤

[@stevenharrison488]

Me too😢

[@Raul1971xxx]

👍👍🇪🇸🇪🇸🎸🎸

[@thomasfisher5742]

well said BROTHER "JOE" stay well

[@bryanpinto4051]

this is the greatest time to be alive in the history of the planet. You are looking at it all wrong if you think its the worst. I wish you the best

[@joethompson2910]

@@bryanpinto4051 😄...calm down young man,...nobody said it was the worst time in history to be alive...lol

[@Sunshine_lover111]

Guys this is amazing thank you so much for your kindness !!

[@philfrank9226]

Yeah, but not in front of cameras.

[@randyduncan5562]

@@philfrank9226 …easy there frank, pump the brakes a little bit 🤦

[@retiredguyadventures6211]

@@philfrank9226 Ordinarily I might agree, but with all the hate and intolerance being shoved down our throats daily it was nice to see an act of kindness for a change. Maybe we need more of this...

[@pangs3798]

@@philfrank9226 Norm is a businessman most and foremost, i think that's a good advertisement to his shop. And they gave the man an expensive gift that will help him to his street playing earn more money. You don't have to be nasty 😕

[@philfrank9226]

@@pangs3798 Muhammad ALi gave much money to poor people, but mostly not in front of cameras, and that`s honest to me, and not to emphasize in every second word, how expensive the guitar is.But as you said Norm is a business man.

[@komagome03]

Beautiful to see there is still people like Roberto, like Jack, like the person who gifted Jack a guitar and like Norman. World needs more people like them.

[@Geotubest]

He really is a splendid player. What a wonderful gesture. I wish Norm the best as well.

[@jasonpatrickdeleon4701]

imagine he use 1954 or 1956 fender strat

[@craigrheberling]

he has his own style- perfect for a street player!

[@heinrichbauer5842]

Игроки в покере, а здесь музыкант ☝️👍

[@tynazelrod]

There is a young lady that takes lessons at a music store where I shop you could see the potential in her playing she had a acoustic guitar that the strings were 9 miles off the neck so her mom was trying to save up the money to buy her a new guitar electric guitar so I have so many and a lot of the guys that I jammed with when I first started playing, gave me stuff that they were not using anymore and thought that I would love so I have so many guitars and as we all know times are rough right now, so for Christmas, I gave the young lady one of my guitars to pay it forward just like everything that was done for me and watching your video brought back those warm memories of giving her that guitar. Thank you very much Norm.

[@AntonovichHicksenbrau]

Beautiful

[@Docsjeff]

That’s Awesome brother! People don’t realize how much time we all put into learning and trying to get better.

[@skippyjones4195]

This made me cry I’m 65 years old been playing drums since I was 9 you guys are awesome thank you 🙏🏻 ❤️👍

[@RonHolmes-j1q]

Me too butI wasn't gonna say anything

[@ВладимирСтепанов-о7л]

✊👍🤝

[@hungnguyen-so7ou]

go play in that store and maybe getting a new drums

[@Docsjeff]

Me too. I’m 63 and have been playing out my whole life. I’ve always gone out of my way to tip every street musician I’ve ever come across.

[@fishingfreak9734]

"How Deep Is Your Love"...what a beautiful gesture Norm, Jack and team. He's a great player.

[@dananthony6258]

I want to hear him play more. He's definitely special. What a great thing to do. GOD BLESS YOU GUYS.

[@LeonardoDaSidci]

I was walking up to the store when this was happening. It was incredible to see such a great act of generosity as my first thing I see visiting Norm's from the UK

[@valarieosborne2958]

A lovely man who makes beautiful music. This is a great video. Thank you for what you have done to help Roberto. ❤

[@janeames1513]

Roberto knows just when to make the strings ring a little longer or shorter..this is decades of playing...very talented for sure ..thanks Norm and Jack for gifting this man a quality guitar that he can enjoy for many years to come ..

[@JackRSherman007]

Thank You Norm and Jack and everyone at the shop for spreading the LOVE! Roberto is an amazing player and deserves a nice guitar...truly inspiring :-)

[@torbjrnlund903]

Yes, being that good he deserves it.

[@djross2043]

I just want to say that Roberto is my generation type of guitar player whose play is clean 60s/70s pops and SO clean! TY Roberto you guys at Norms always come up with such great ways as you say “to pay forward.”Jack, God just smiled and the Angels just sang. No, it’s not your time yet Jack!

[@mojo6778]

Roberto plays like an angel, simply beautiful. What a wonderful gesture by Jack gifting that wonderful guitar and Norm for having Roberto play in front of his store. We need more acts of kindness in this world, well done!!

[@huntermediaphotography]

Roberto's tone is so great. Making that American made '52 Tele re-issue sing !

[@jasonpatrickdeleon4701]

imagine he use 1954 or 1956 fender strat

[@robertgrider4346]

Roberto killing it on "killing me softly" , thanks much to Norm for making this happen 🎸🎶

[@bobbyn.9773]

You can tell Norman and Jack have huge hearts and their faces show kindness, well done to you two classy decent human beings and congratulations to Roberto...well deserved and he plays the guitar beautifully 🙏❤

[@simontemplar3359]

I don't even have words for how cool this is. Especially in the crazy times we live in and with all the toxicity and anger, total respect for being a kind human being.

[@BoKnowsZombies]

And the "look at what I did yall" attitude....🙄

[@simontemplar3359]

@@BoKnowsZombies you mad, bro?

[@DulipGee]

@@simontemplar3359 Yeah...I wonder if he's gifted anything in his life...

[@simontemplar3359]

@@DulipGee why? does that change anything?

[@simontemplar3359]

@@BoKnowsZombies from here, it looks like more than you did

[@RichardGriffis]

Roberto, keep on making people happy with your increcible talent. Jack, Jen, and Norm.... well done! Beautiful moment...

[@Warrior_Pilgrim]

Norm is a great man with a whole lot of love in his heart. What a champ!

[@heres2ya]

JACK GAVE THE MUSITION THE GUITAR, NOT NORM

[@dorkle9085]

@@heres2ya Alright buddy Jesus

[@Warrior_Pilgrim]

@@heres2ya you are correct, my mistake. Norm did not!

[@heres2ya]

@@dorkle9085 okay troll I just want to put it out there that people need to be recognized on what they do and not somebody else move along!

[@richyalexander9206]

Haven't seen him in a video in a while. Looks like he lost weight and is quite pale here. Hope he's healthy.

[@AJgeartalk]

Jack's the man! Roberto is phenomenal. Norm made it all happen! God bless you all!

[@ronaldhellengreen7063]

This is the best thing I've ever seen on KZbin! As a musician I can appreciate how talented Roberto is. Thanks for making my Monday! PEACE ✌️

[@joekelley5121]

I've played in local cover bands for 30 years, in various venues, and this guy is so good that he should be playing in a band somewhere! He's so smooth! God bless him!

[@fredscratchet1355]

That was just beautiful, I have tears in my eyes. Roberto's style is so relaxing, I find it hard to believe people like this are playing on the street and not in a studio.💖

[@harvey1954]

Especially when you hear the crap that the media tries to peddle as music these days.

[@figgiesmalls1760]

Not as hard to believe as the people who ARE in the studio

[@BiggeDiehl]

Roberto was able to play that Tele and immediately get amazing tones and phrasing like he’d been playing it for years. The mark of a master musician - so much talent!

[@caryd67]

Roberto is really a wonderful player, very tasteful vibrato, nice dynamics, I could listen to him all day.

[@matthewsmith1941]

Same here, it's weird how he got passed up by any serious managers.

[@GUIDESPERSPECTIVE]

Legend. His touch, his feel, his tone. Love this so much. Well done boys, I could listen to him play all day every day. He played that guitar immediately like it was his. I bet this guy could play a shoe string and make it sound good.

[@WelderRiffer]

Couldn't watch without crying , thank you @Normans Rare Guitars for supporting Roberto and all talented musicians around this shop

[@doster59]

Way to go Norm and Jack. What a special thing to do! In these turbulent times, we need acts of kindness like this.

[@Jackg1949]

Well you have this grandpa in tears, what a beautiful act of kindness. How appropriate he is playing “killing me softly with his song” he plays amazing guitar. Thanks for sharing, Jack

[@tmo7734]

What can I say? Kindness for a very deserving musician. Best wishes to all.

[@b577960]

Roberto has such beautiful touch and feel, his palming and vibrato is flawless. If ever there was a guitar player that deserved a great guitar it’s Roberto- awesome job fellas

[@yellowtruckproductions7502]

What a kind and generous act. It makes a difference, not only to Roberto but to everyone who knows about it! Thanks!

[@JeffinLowerAlabama]

Roberto’s smile while playing the great Telecaster says it all. Fantastic gift of love. Jeff in LA USA

[@canalrodrigobetim]

It was a very beautiful gesture. Congratulations on the contribution you made in the life of this exceptional musician. I am here in Brazil accompanying each one of you... 🇧🇷🇧🇷👽👽❤️❤️ Rodrigo

[@tommykatona1984]

You guys rock! That was incredibly nice of you! Much respect! :) Roberto is a beautiful player, he deserved this beauty!

[@michaelcantwell316]

What a special gift. We need more people like Jack, Norm, and Robert in this world. Well done guys!

[@jerseyweb]

Norm and Jack are “da men!” Respect to both.

[@rolandacosta9677]

Hello Norm, Glad to see your health is progressing well. I just wanted to say that you folks are really something special, You guys get it, always so willing to pay it forward with out asking for anything in return. In a world filled with hate, despair and anguish, your actions let us know there is still hope in the world. You and your team are always such a fun loving bunch of kind hearted people. People such as yourselves make this world a better place. I can't say thank you enough. Enjoy your day, keep up the great work you Guyz are doing. PS, lemmo is the Man.....peace bruthu.

[@wesleyAlan9179]

Mind blown, lol! He's a great guitarist...he needs recognition for sure🤟 May Roberto be blessed 💜🙌

[@teedub127]

Norm and Jack, it's people like you that make the music industry so special, that was one hell of a beautiful gesture! I buy old guitars, effects and amps, send the guitars to my guitar tech so he can work his magic while I clean up the amps and effects then I donate them to the foundation named after the gentleman who's picture is behind Roberto. It's become a rewarding hobby to say the least.

[@Rada6ast]

What a beautiful moment! Such a nice gift to a very good guitar player and a nice person as Roberto seems to be. This is the beauty of music really, the community that keeps on giving ❤

[@markloxley5821]

Wow the power of music is universal, and this act of kindness and the respect for his talent is beautiful.

[@claudehopper9813]

Roberto is a very humble guy , he's a great player with a special touch . Jack well done brother !

[@bertybasilbennett3040]

You chaps are bloody marvellous. That was a very kind wonderful gesture. The look on his face was awesome, I can imagine how happy you made him,even brought a tear to my eyes. It’s great to see an act of real kindness is these grim times.

[@LindaCrescent]

What a beautiful act of kindness Jack. I've always believed that it's not what you take out of life that counts but what you can give and put back into it. The smile on Roberto's face when he looked up at you towards the end of the video says it all. Well done mate!

[@kevingoodson9042]

Yep, Roberto's smile was the most valuable thing in this video.

[@preneshchetty5326]

What a blessing.Watching all the way from South Africa..I'm in tears😊😊

[@klonieisland5455]

U guys had me in tears. This country needs lots of love right now

[@stratolestele7611]

Argh, who's cutting the onions?! Jack, this is most definitely a beautiful act of kindness. YOU rock! Roberto is a gem! Go Roberto, we love you! 🇺🇸

[@calsurflance5598]

Just one more reason the guys and gals at Norms are amazing!! Roberto has such a smooth style. I could listen to this gentleman all day! He deserves this guitar! Well done!

[@peluchingamarra3127]

Thank you guys! God Bless Norman and team for inspiring the world to play music and spread love!

[@steverussell7645]

What a heart warming video, Norm & Jack. Talk about an act of random kindness. Bless you both.

[@lespaul8489]

That's what the world keeps together....👍

[@Awolter84]

The guy is so genuine that he didn’t even realize how good the guitar is.

[@ougigaming8710]

Right. It's a beauty ..my man just thinking a guitar..eh....it will have stickers on it soon .not realizing it's value ..but it's his ..and he sure plays great

[@ahmadredzuan9712]

@@ougigaming8710 How much was that guitar worth actually?

[@islandboy50]

What an extremely kind gesture to a talented artists such as Roberto. What he needs, is a KZbin channel were he's able to stream live for several hours a day. I for one would love hear him play. He'd be able to pick up tips and be making a living by what he loves doing the most and that is playing music for all of us to enjoy. Because the world needs to experience Roberto's talent. Could someone help him setup a KZbin channel?

[@iluminadaludovico6071]

Your kindness will be paid off not from him and all the blessings will be coming from heaven above! Thank you for sharing 😊☺️

[@stevepick9527]

Just saw this for the first time, this is so great! Just paying it forward is what it’s about and the music, of course. This man has the touch, love the way he caresses those notes, and the tone is fantastic!

[@michaelaiello9525]

Wow, this is outstanding! Very moving. Such a big heart Jack; and ditto to the original gifter. Bless you Roberto!

[@Joe_Hunt_Music]

Why is this guy not famous? His touch and tone are fantastic!

[@sober-southoftheborderever3591]

Wow. That is nice! Giving him a guitar is an amazing gesture of love and kindness. And he plays so well!! The world needs more love and giving!!

[@gltam1057]

Wow 😮, beautiful playing by a humble gentleman and a wonderful act of kindness !!! ❤

[@brendongreen4302]

That brought a tear to the eye and brightened my day at the same time. What a beautiful gesture Jack. Your a heck of a guy.

[@projectdirector3737]

Beautiful absolute beautiful! There really is nothing else that needs to be said. For this guy to do that for this man and for Norman to support it and show love is first class my friend first class.

[@StealthParrot]

That was so awesome guys! Most guitar shops would probably chase people away from the front of their stores, but you encouraged and recognized how talented Roberto is, I don't think I've ever seen that before, bravo Norm's.

[@bradleyupdyke9492]

would love to sit and listen to him play all day long. Very soulful player. Kudos on the gifting it forward. That guitar will be played and treated with the love and respect it deserves. Keep playing Norman!!

[@carlhayes2299]

He makes the guitar sing every word with all the emotional accents. Just beautiful. And congratulations

[@jazzyrudy3627]

Man this is so nice guys, we need more of these random acts of kindness in today’s world! Only at Norman’s! Love you!

[@FGg503]

A fantastic gesture from the guys at Norms! Wow! And well deserved Roberto - you play so tasefully. Love it! A huge UP to Jack for donating this beautiful Tele. You guys Rock!

[@davidarencibia9733]

This is absolutely beautiful. Much love to Jack and Norm and Roberto. Norm, great to see you bounce back. Live strong. God bless.

[@TheSoundOutside]

I'm tearing up a bit. The kindest of gestures for and to someone who probably hasn't't had very many things break his way.

[@janniechamness1076]

This was so beautiful.... what a nice thing to do for someone.. He was amazing . Brought me to tears !!!❤🎉❤

[@jallenshaw]

I could listen to him play all day….such a great touch and feel for the spirit of the songs 😊

[@ryancarter23]

Norm does so much for the guitar community. Not just for all the customers that come into the store, for the guys that he hires that go on to do great things, but for everyone and for all. Amazing video and amazing guitar playing from Roberto!

[@heres2ya]

JACK GAVE THE MUSITION THE GUITAR, NOT NORM

[@ryancarter23]

@@heres2ya Norm does stuff like this all the time I’m sure. Not to mention all he does for the midnight mission. Nice try tho 👌🏼

[@MrPrincepop]

That's awesome Jack! I love it when musicians look out for one another like this. Roberto is very talented, tip the man if you see him playing. One last thing, please let Roberto play on a 'Guitar of the Day', that would be extra awesome!

[@edwardescobar500]

Beautiful gesture to a well deserving player. Amazing how good he made it sound from the get go. Kudos to Roberto, Jack, and Norman.

[@jimihendrixfan7691]

A wonderful act between people, who live the power of music and love and not only money and power!!!!!!!

[@alinchitown7556]

These are the type of actions that still give me hope for the world. Thank you Jack and Norm. Roberto ere’s un gran talento hermano

[@123uzuz]

Some happiness in a cruel world. Thanks to the dude that gave his guitar away. What a legend. Thanks Norm and best wishes Roberto

[@bentlyist]

Awesome that you guys did that; what a feel-good story. As a busker from years ago, I love seeing this happen to him! (I once got a $20 tip and I still remember that one! 😄) I Just sent Roberto a tip on Venmo and he sent me a thank you right away! Hello to Norman's from Seattle. 😍

[@kenbergelt6975]

This gentlemen sounds amazing and that guitar took him to the next level. The love and respect they give Roberto is amazing. God bless you Roberto 🙏 ❤️.

[@juliusa4583]

when Robert is playing it he was saying to himself, this feels like butter. He couldn’t believe it when they told him it was his . Awesome …

[@JohnMacLeanPhotography]

I don’t play music, but I know quality when I hear it. Roberto’s style is beautiful. And Norman’s generosity is equally beautiful. Thanks for warming so many hearts! ❤🎸

[@TorToroPorco]

Wow, the guitar just sings with his playing. What a wonderful act of generosity, giving the gift of music so Roberto can continue gifting others as well with his musicianship.

[@Johngonefishin]

It's his touch, pure and light, that right hand is smooth as silk.

[@DulipGee]

@@Johngonefishin Agree...

[@fiddlefolk]

You guys are special and thank you for your kindness and generosity!

[@stringbender57]

First off Roberto's playing was so beautiful I was starting to tear up. And when Jack gifted the guitar to Roberto, I got a lump in my throat and the tears really flowed. God bless Norm for allowing Roberto to play in front of his shop where Roberto is truly appreciated and especially Jack for gifting a top-of-the-line Tele to Roberto. This video made my day. Makes me proud to be a guitar player amongst first class fellows like Roberto, Norm and Jack.

[@AndyCurriePhotography]

As a failed guitar player of 25 years, this guy blew me away with his playing - what a special thing to do for him, bravo!

[@ToddTheJoker]

This was a beautiful thing guys! be proud! The kindness and love at Norm's Rare Guitars never ceases to amaze me! Good on ya Jack and Norm!

[@JoeHernandez1210]

This is just another reason I love the Guitar and music community. Getting along and helping each other. Norman you're successful because you help others be successful ❤️👍

[@emmiejo1]

Well done Norm. Supporting musicians no matter their station in life is a good thing. BTW, this fellow is very talented. :)

[@RobAndKim444]

most straight musicians are very deserving, bless them 👍

[@jlsage4059]

Thanks Norm, and Jack. You make even great days better. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@vayabroder729]

Bravo! Great act of kindness; so glad for everyone; now Roberto who is a great musician also gets a great instrument.

[@GuitarType01]

This is incredible. Kindness goes a long way. How often is it that someone does something this special without expecting anything in return? This made me smile and I’m sure it will make others smile as well

[@DryMagnetFishing]

What a tremendous sense of style Roberto has! Wow! Really great musician!

[@dougford5691]

Jack your kindness to Roberto touched me deeply. You and Norm are ALLSTARS!! God bless all three of you and hopefully Roberto can make some money as he is very talented guitarist. You make the world a better place.

[@livergen]

God bless you guys, the uplifting of someone's heart is priceless, the story this gentleman could share About his life & childhood , struggles and accomplishments Is something we each play a part in. If anything can be learned from this beautiful gesture is that we all have something to give back to someone else, edifying and uplifting your fellow man sends ripples through our humanity. How much more beautiful our world could be if we would simply stop and acknowledge the simple gift of a smile given with loving eyes and kind words.

[@VonBluesman]

Great act of kindness. Love and music is the universal language of the world. Beautiful playing Roberto.

[@billmitchell3329]

The guitar has such beautiful ringing tones of sweetness, it sounds amazing! Jack and Norm have given Roberto a wonderful gift indeed. Keep playing your music Roberto!