Rylynn by Andy McKee

[@ThatDudeNamedDale]

I first heard this song as a 17 year old kid. As a guitar player, I fell in love with this song. I said one day if I am lucky enough to have a daughter, her name will be Rylynn. At the time I'm writing this, it is 7/12/24 at 4:12am. I'm now 33 and my wife just gave birth to our baby girl Rylynn Jade at 2:50am. I just finished playing this song for her in recovery and she fell asleep listening to the music. Rest well my queen ♥️ Simply put, thank you Andy McKee for this amazing song and your amazing music. As both someone who loves the music and appreciates amazing guitar playing, this hits home ♥️

[@FikaKahbila]

thats so wonderful.. congrats to you mate!

[@breakingbrad2129]

F**k that was so warming to read. Thank you for this post and I wish you and all your family the best

[@tanglediver]

As you are, I am sure, entirely welcome! God Bless You!

[@candlelitcrisis]

I love this with all my heart, congratulations

[@stuartstovall2849]

This is so beautiful. Can’t think of a better honor than this

[@AlexandrMisko]

Living legend

[@PratikThadaMagar]

You're also a legend.

[@neonn9674]

❤️

[@neonn9674]

Was he ur inspiration???

[@PratikThadaMagar]

@@neonn9674 He is one of my favorite guitarist(Andy Mckee) who inspired me to start percussive fingertyle and Alexander misko is also my favorite Guitarist.

[@nukhanlee1618]

@Alexandr Misko, Yo Alex! Teach me some a yours as well man! 🙏😂

[@Six3Cyclist]

I remember finding this song when I was 18. I just moved back home after running away at the age of 15. I felt so lost and hopeless. I sobbed listening to this. It hit so hard, and I can’t explain why. I’m nearly 29, married, have a daughter, and am doing alright. So glad to search this song again, and see it to, has grown. Thanks Andy.

[@willstatmen9591]

life will always be happy in the end I believe that

[@nvrumi]

Welcome home, a few years late. It pleases me to hear that you got it together and now have a family. I can't remember when I first heard this song, but it was a long time ago. A friend sent me a link to his cover of Toto's Africa and that lead me to several of his songs. This one struck me (and still does) as a combination of a lullaby and a love song. It's quite emotional and works very well. McKee's playing is so tasty. I'm grateful to have his music in my life.

[@joneeripperger1512]

It sounds like we found this song around the same time. I'm glad to read that you're doing alright :) Thanks for sharing

[@vociferousrich3316]

♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@Koroar]

That's amazing. I had a messed up childhood as well, I'm 28 now but have achieved nothing, living day to day hoping to hold out killing myself until my Mum passes. Glad it works out for some.

[@karinamesty9833]

Andy 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.”

[@juliencrtx4790]

Listening the outro of the song and reading your comment at the same time makes me cry...

[@Karm-in]

Don't know that was reason behind this.

[@youtubeuser206]

He wrote on his Facebook in 2014: You all have really made me emotional with your pictures of your daughters named Rylynn. The first one here is Rylynn Coffman. She was the lovely daughter of my friends Ryan and Ramey. Sadly, she passed from a genetic disorder at the age of 3.

[@CryptolockerMD]

@@youtubeuser206 I named my daughter after the song. Her mother and I did the usual back and forth on names a bit, then when I brought this song up and how I always imagined this being the music playing in my head whenever I had my first child, she instantly agreed it would be the perfect name. My daughter is 11 now, and has listened to the song many times. Her personality is as unique as her name. Bought the sheet music direct from Andy many years ago and still working on being able to play it lol.

[@kollakolla]

@@CryptolockerMDidk who you are but I hope you learned this song and in whatever capacity possible you’ve played it for your daughter. Even if not I’m glad you’ll always share this song with her.

[@AdamHamSammich]

Am I the only one still tuning in for Andy? His songs live rent free in my head on the best of days.

[@gentsandschols]

Nope

[@braedonthiessen5025]

Never.

[@gonzaloleal1008]

Rylynn never gets old, what a fabulous piece. Michael, you're absolutely the best, big fan of your work.

[@ialwi4262]

his name is andy dude

[@gonzaloleal1008]

iAlwi I was talking about Micheal Greenfield, luthier who makes those amazing guitars

[@HB-wk6zj]

@@gonzaloleal1008 weird

[@ArenaHealer]

Andy McKee has a red shirt and a beard... who is this guy?

[@weddedlime4664]

I AM DEAD

[@iwan3981]

🤣

[@thefafians6475]

This guy is toreto

[@audioalterations]

a god.. a musical god.. i could listen all day..

[@sciphon3084]

lmao my first thoughts too 😂😂

[@diego2112gaming]

Years ago, a mate and I used to queue up several of your songs, this one included, and talk about his projects, my music, your music... He died in a car crash when he was t-boned. This song, and The Friend I've Never Met are the closest to my heart because of him. And this is the best I've ever heard you play it sir. Thank you so much. Thank you.

[@cryomanc3r]

I'm sorry for your loss... Thanks for sharing that with us, nonetheless.

[@diego2112gaming]

@@cryomanc3r Happy to. Keeps his memory alive. Wish I could have met him in person (that's why "Friend I've Never Met" means so much). Don't take anyone for granted--you never know what these temporal days may bring. Hold 'em close, treat them with kindness, and by the gods, if you love 'em, tell 'em. You might not get the chance to again.

[@owenclayton9705]

Bless

[@silentrev_7360]

as Andy said, the musician who most inspired him was Michael Hedges, and he died in a car accident too, in 1997. Andy tears up when he talks about him, and he didn't even have the chance to meet him unfortunately. The friend I never met is dedicated to him too, and Aerial boundaries is an Hedges's cover. Take it like a way to feel even more close to your friend and them too my friend :) The power of Music

[@tannerfry3397]

He uploaded the first version of this almost 15 years ago. How does he look younger now?! This song, along with all of his.. is timeless. Love your music Andy!

[@jonathanrivera870]

I still like the first version better but that's just me

[@ilhamchidori7946]

I think being bald helps you look younger

[@Aries_Alpha]

I loved the old candyrat sessions of this. It sounds even better today.

[@YassBass777]

Man lost tons of weight too...

[@weddedlime4664]

idk the old one is just so nostalgic.. but i agree.. this one is very lovely... that OG andy though.. thats what got me into acoustic percussive play

[@Blaine748]

Sounds incredible now, agreed. The only thing I miss are the bends he used to play in the bridge.

[@IAmRedherrings]

back in the day, aaaaand for a long time, anyone could just type 'guitar' into the search bar on KZbin, and this song would be at the top, every time

[@adamrafferty]

Loving the guru-esque necklace and the music!!!

[@delacruzloc]

16 years - Now listening to this song again.

[@instrutorcassustac9838]

20 now 👏

[@SMWhizKid]

Seeing this it's like running into an old friend. It has been 12 years since I first heard Andy McKee play Rylynn and Drifting, I was impressed at the time and it brings so many good memories... :)

[@agt5jx87]

I remember having my mind blown many years ago when Andy McKee released this song on KZbin. I enjoy hearing him playing it after all this time. You can hear the maturity in the pacing of his playing. Brilliant musician.

[@edgarjones3282]

Hey Andy, You're the reason I started to play guitar. Thank you. I had an electric and just didn't feel anything. Saw Drifting and Rylynn, got an acoustic for Christmas, and have played for 15 years. You are the absolute bomb bro.

[@pafacil]

Well, he's the reason why I stopped !!! :D (joking, I'm learning Rylinn and it's such a pleasure to (try to) play it).

[@hisj587]

@@pafacil XD

[@todaybetter5507]

I can't forget the moment that I first heard Rylynn...It was like present. And I had been played that song with pleasure until now and I will play it forever. Thank you Andy. From South Korea

[@KHZ1986]

Great song from a amazing person for my niece will never replace her but amazing way to honor her thanks a million

[@BrianAnderson-7]

Rylynn is Andy's Arial Boundaries. It's one of the most inspiring pieces of music I've ever heard.

[@IsaacYongMusic]

Same wonderful feeling as when I first heard the songs many years ago. Well done Andy!

[@NuvolaNuva]

I have listened to this beautiful piece of music so many times and it always breaks My heart, it is simply too much

[@The_sinner_Jim_Whitney]

This is far and away my favorite of the Andy McKee compositions I've heard. Just hauntingly beautiful, and obviously a hell of a technical accomplishment. Interesting to see the song evolve over the years, it just gets a bit better each time. Awesome.

[@IamJireh]

I said this the first time I listened to this song back in 2007... This is the most emotional guitar song ever. I remember using this song on my social media platforms so that when a friend visit my page, this would summarize my personality and taste in music. hahaha! listening to this now that I'm in my 30's brings back so many memories! Thank you Andy for your gift! God bless you!

[@AlexPoutineVids]

So many years later and still the most beautiful song I have ever heard with 'For my Father' a close second.

[@vegasjosh8249]

This is one of my favorite Andy McKee pieces. So beautiful and it flows so well. It is highly technical, and he makes it look and sound so easy. The story behind the song is also meaningful, as it was written for a friend who lost their baby, Rylnn. Andy is also a joy to see in concert. He is a nerd and goofball, has a lot of fun with the audience, and his skills on guitar are unmatched! Keep up the good work Andy.

[@prayash]

So dang beautiful. The outro gets me everytime.

[@NLfrey]

The outro is like nostalgic dissolving tones, it reminds me of my childhood somehow.

[@sixwingsram]

Crazy good guitarist and composer. Drifting was the 1st piece I heard him play 16 years ago. He's continued his aesthetic excellence in sound. Love his stuff ❤️

[@kevingoering7218]

I have so much pride when I tell people this guy taught me everything I know on guitar. Hes as good of a human being as he is a musician. So much love.

[@MrOaet113]

There was a moment there when I thought I was listening to a completely different piece. Will always remind me of my days as a late teen still figuring life out. Years later and I'm forever grateful I found this song. Love and light to the world from little old New Zealand ❤️

[@timward3996]

I remember first hearing this song when i was a freshman in high school back in 06. My dad drove me all over the twin cities so I could find this weird capo in order to play this song and only this song. I haven’t heard it in years, and his original video in the red shirt popped up on my feed out of nowhere, brought me all the way back. He still sounds great.

[@rossreed995]

I found this sound my Sr year of highschool. I'm 31 now. I named my daughter after this beautiful song and always knew I would. Thank you for the beautiful work♥️

[@wl357]

When a skilled craftsman hands over his creation to a talented artist real magic happens

[@chrisjames5823]

And still the same necklace from 15 years ago. You are an underapreciated talent that changed my whole perception on what a guitar is capable of.

[@Renvaar1989]

I spent six months in Japan at 19, best time of my life. I'm much older now, but I look back on it with fond memories, walking the streets in Fukuoka for hours on end with this song playing just to take in as much as I possibly could of where I was.

[@backbeatben]

this is one of the first songs I heard Andy play, way back in high school. I remember where I was too for some strange reason; at my friend Brad's house taking care of his dog for him while he was gone. Couple years later I was able to catch Andy at a concert in TX. After the show, I asked him for music career advice. He said one word: "KZbin" haha! So I started uploading on KZbin. Fast forward to today, I've been fortunate to play some small tours and even performed a cruise gig in Europe with a band called "Postmodern Jukebox on Deck". I haven't really "blown up" but I've been fortunate enough to be able to make a modest living performing music. Now finding this in my recommended several years later - man it sounds better than ever. Thank you Andy!

[@MikeBertelsenDK]

Andy is still at it.. That dude is absolutely unique.. I'd LOVE to hear him live!

[@TheFifty50band]

This song is best served with eyes closed, ears open and happy thoughts.

[@ze6759]

Essa canção soará eternamente!!! McKee, mito do fingerstyle!

[@marysefonta8371]

Sweet moment after my work. This sound of guitar makes me happy, I'm so glad to hear that sound. Thanks Andy and Michael to bring more sun in my life.

[@jnestor]

I first heard this in 2006 and it has stuck with me ever since. It WILL stand the test of time. People will be watching this for decades to come.

[@dangerstx]

i've been loving and playing this song for 15 years.... i'm so glad he's still playing and developing it's power. this song taught me so much.... not just guitar, but also emotion. I love it. Thank you sir. Keep up the hard work, Come back to San Diego and teach me more.

[@colejustesen]

I had the privilege of seeing Andy live and he is truly an amazingly gifted guitarist. I love this video, and that guitar sounds excellent!

[@owenclayton9705]

I learnt this tune about 8 years ago.. really nice to hear him play around with the intro. So beautifully written.

[@danwater]

Fan since 2006. Greetings from Brazil!!

[@adamburge6985]

Andy man no one plays your song like you do man. You are awesome. I have seen a lot of people playing it but your playing is just something special man. Really you are awesome. Congrats on all the success you've had.

[@teejay816]

I can remember when he put the first video of this song out on candyrat records. Its so nice to see how he plays the song now in 2020, and its still as beautiful, even though slightly different :)

[@DaxAndreas]

Rylynn is such a classic. Love this performance! This song is also the reason I picked up the guitar. Thanks Andy!

[@GustavoBorderOUnico]

For me this is the sound for when you are missing some one. Beautiful piece by Andy, and your guitar also, so awesome.

[@karinamesty9833]

Andy 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.”

[@Weso183]

This is one legendary and unique piece of art which fulfills my soul with joy. Such a beautiful combination with best guitar ever made by human being and my idol guitarist Andy Mckee. Perfect !

[@LouisOnlineGaming]

Amazing, love the way you changed the intro of the song to what used to be the ending in your original video of Rylynn. Loved it just as much, if not more! Thank you Andy, a credit to the music industry as always. keep it up

[@benedetto1975]

CHE VIAGGIO ,MI HAI FATTO GIRARE I POSTI PIU BELLI DEL MONDO,, E SPERARE CHE MOLTI ANZIANI GUARISCONO DAL VIRUS !GRAZIE,,

[@jon0830]

this is so much beyond simply "fingerstyle" guitar playing. Just totally beautiful music and performance first and foremost. He still plays it like he means it

[@jondewall7035]

13 years later and this song still hits me like a truck. So good, keep it smooth man!

[@stuartstovall2849]

One of the great acoustic guitar songs of all time

[@NickRiffs]

This guy is a legend. I remember finding the original video 15 years ago and I’m still blown away and listening to it now.

[@ryanjones7202]

I found it! For some reason the name Rylynn was stuck in my head for years and years. I named my daughter Rylynn Marie and it was this song that resonated with me so much that I loved that name so much. I couldn't remember why I loved it so much or where it was from but this popped into my algorithm like 15 years later to remind me ❤

[@spencer_andres]

The reason I learned guitar. Nice to see the old stuff once in a while.

[@norbertplaysguitar7244]

What a timeless classic - Rylynn is still sounding fresh. Glad he still plays the tune and the dynamics in the end are lovely!

[@cadehagen]

Walked down the aisle with my wife to this song 10 years ago. Love to see him going back to his old stuff every now and then--really showcases how even he had room to grow. I didn't think this song could get better.

[@sidewayzbob]

This song. Much has changed in my life since I first felt it's spirit. So much loss in the since and now. 41 and unsure of my life ahead. Life is a beautiful pain, I love my life and the world I am in and am full of gratitude for my chance to do better tomorrow. This song is truly profound. I wonder where I will be in 10 years. Peace to you my gentle readers.

[@question3613]

Years ago they tried ta-- I'm glad I found this again

[@kilarosul]

I don't know if this comment will ever reach you bud, but this guitar song started everything for me. This was the first song I've heard on KZbin 11 years ago so thank you for making me relive it again.

[@mapscorp]

this song changed my musical life, thanks bro!

[@sinking1902]

One of the greatest to ever pick up the instrument!

[@wesleythompson451]

This has got to be my favorite performance of Rylynn from Mr. Andy McKee.

[@StephenOshea]

so so nice

[@danhenri3310]

Rediscovering your stuff after about 12 years. Still extremely beautiful. One of my fav guitarists. Might sound strange but Andy's stuff has always reminded me of the videogame composer Yasunori Mitsuda's work, particularly the Chrono Cross soundtrack.

[@ypolchenko-freejazz-guitar]

Brilliant playing. Gives energy to fly away...

[@marloukho6833]

my childhood hero. Much love from Philippines, sir!

[@sinnisyt]

Yet again 😊 I love this piece.

[@bjdickerson4578]

1 of my favorite instrumentals ever..... And its even more refined now. Idk who its about. But there is so much emotion here

[@sixwingsram]

So poignantly beautiful Mr. Mckee ❤️ the composition fits Rylynn's history perfectly ❤️ brings tears to my eyes ❤️

[@ratfacedudeguy_]

Love the new arrangement with the ending melody at the intro! Always been an absolute favorite tune! Just wish the mic could've been a bit hotter, or positioned closer and more towards the bridge. There was a good bit of noise from the lower half of the neck picked up in the outro hammer-ons.

[@WSrunna15]

Dude, this is so beautiful it made me cry.. Wow

[@totalloser23]

Just heard this live again tonight. No less magical than the first time. ❤️

[@samuelllakaj5439]

Thinking about how blessed we are to live in the same age as guitar legends like Andy McKee. It's epic and humbling. He doesn't come off as the most elite but that one video on Candyrat gave fond memories to many of us.

[@Aohhdjdl]

20 years ago i loved this one

[@christofferhoff6669]

This make my mind come at ease, and reminisce about the good in life.

[@MoonMoon-oz6kt]

I've been listening to this song since I was little. As I grow up, the song sounds different. Tears come out now when I hear it. I miss the memories of the past.

[@Last_one_before_I_go]

Phenomenal - both player and guitar.

[@stevemckenna9667]

simply beautiful

[@Eddie_192]

beautiful tune

[@brianpendez5340]

This is one of those songs that has such a sense of nostalgia for me. Sounds like I've heard it all my life yet I haven't. I love songs that possess this quality, true heavenly works here.

[@willz2303]

Nostalgia describes it so elegantly

[@roland6529]

Still one of my favorites.

[@marysefonta8371]

What a beautiful Sound with Greenfields Guitars !

[@simonvalsky4402]

Maybe the best version of Rylynn yet. Perfect guitar. Please do the Never grow old this way. It would be great.

[@vegasjosh8249]

It's interesting to see and hear the changes he has made since the original version. But, this is BY FAR my favorite piece from Andy! Amazing piece. Brilliant. Why? The story behind him writing this piece will pull your heart strings. It's a sad story that resulted in a great tribute, and a beautiful piece of music. Without the story, this piece would not be possible. There is a lot of pain behind this song, and it was translated so beautifully in composition, that it brings a smile to my face. This is one of the best tribute pieces ever written, and one of the most elegant and wonderful sounds to grace a guitar. Mastery and excellence. Well done. Very well done.

[@Arizaxin]

You make a wonderful guitar, sounds great.

[@guitarlots]

Beautiful piece

[@oneluckyseven7104]

So beautiful

[@syrinxcors1975]

an utterly beautiful piece of music. Thanks, Andy.

[@christopherdiamond495]

Such a beautiful and evocative song. Andy is truly a master of his art.

[@oblacktempest]

Wow, so many memories ...

[@sixwingsram]

still so good, never fades

[@johnhendricks8140]

Love the sounds of those melodies its so calming.

[@OFish202]

I can't imagine how it felt to hear Andy play this on one of your beautiful guitars!

[@artemshiryaev4679]

Nice and smooth, Andy!

[@Rainy78]

Love the new arrangement Andy!👌 And Mike... I want one of your guitars! ❤️

[@paullanier8280]

He came to New Orleans at a place called "Parish" by House of Blues, twice that I know, putting on a special night of music. Luckily, I was there both times with my wife and I bought any CD he had at the time. In person, he is a gentle and kind man who was so polite. He is the most talented and skilled guitarist to play finger style!

[@colthayhurst4199]

Thank you..beautiful