HIT THE ROAD JACK - Acoustic Fingerstyle Guitar - Ray Charles Cover

[@justinjohnsonlive]

🎸🎸 GET FREE TABLATURE FOR THIS SONG HERE: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z16khoGJhNVroNk 🎸🎸 I'll be posting up Tabs for my fingerstyle arrangements at my second channel, Live from the Guitar Loft, so make sure you Subscribe to my channels and keep coming back to see what new songs, tabs, and lessons are available! Thanks for watching!

[@andrea__0901-o3w]

Wonderful 👍❤️🔝

[@rachelhargrave6266]

Justin ~ have you played Suspicious Minds? Elvis or Dwight Yokeum? Bet it would sound amazing!! I enjoy your music so much.

[@jordiewalters1052]

Reminds me of growing up back home 🤗 honestly mate, fair dinkum eh ya pretty fuggin deadly on the good ol gheetah 😎🇦🇺

[@intersepter100]

I recon Brian Setzer's Stray Cats would be great to add your style to

[@TompaDee]

In 1974 i had lessons how to play the guitar , One day I hurt my fingers on my rigth hand and my teacher didnt allow me to play with a pick or my right thumb . i never learned to play .

[@jeffyoungblood4978]

Okay. Justin wins. Been watching this guy for a while. Genius level.

[@samhigdon4702]

His version of while my guitar gently weeps is amazing

[@notme1998]

@@samhigdon4702 can confirm

[@samhigdon4702]

@@notme1998 I play my own version of that song but it's not even close to that good my version has some of the same step downs and jazz/blues chords he used but his fingerpicking is amazing

[@masterbastard7521]

Agreed. I love listening to him talk about instruments and music. Fucking intelligent guy

[@luluwinke6581]

yay!!!

[@williamkaylor1191]

I was one of MR. C's last recording engineers. He was making music up until the end. He would of loved your take on his song. Makes me miss him more than usual. You honor him, Justin. He would probably say, "That was fiiiine, Baby Baby!"

[@brandonzawaski]

Love the walking blues. And love that you would honor Ray Charles with this great cover. He's probably smiling up in heaven.

[@sachureedas]

What’s even more frustrating is how easy and simplistic he makes it look.

[@dunruden9720]

simple, not simplistic!

[@JohnDoe-yw2nq]

@@ArhaeG That's bollocks. Nothing about this is simple. You're doing one of two things, either you've never touched a guitar in your life so you can't understand the level of difficulty of what his doing, or you're trying to sound cool by pretending this is simple for you. Either way, you should shut it.

[@vespass225]

@@JohnDoe-yw2nq I agree. It is a little like "playing those simple ACDC tunes...". If you request perfect tone, pefect timing, perfect feel, perfect sync with the other guys in the band, the mega tight impression of the performance, etc etc, then all of a sudden, very very few are left, that can do it that well. And then they have not been the ones that actually put together these tunes so skillfully....!

[@JohnDoe-yw2nq]

@@vespass225 Yes, very much so! Two people can play the same tune in very different ways.

[@dannyboywhaa3146]

@@JohnDoe-yw2nq lol Pierre bensusan is difficult... this while not easy, is actually pretty simple - although you have to have a good sense of rhythm to begin with with. The title says fingerstyle - for fingerstyle this is simple.

[@cliftontorrence839]

6 Fret Spread in the 1st position. You are the Boss JJ ! Ray sure gave us a lot, right out of the plain old major scale. Thanks man, you're awesome.

[@scrimpmster]

Yeah, I just saw that. What the heck, awesome.

[@bobbob-vt3bw]

Hit the road jack uses the natural minor scale

[@bobbob-vt3bw]

I think

[@bobbob-vt3bw]

Same thing as the relative magor u guess

[@bobbob-vt3bw]

I guess

[@zachwinningham]

No One: Justin Johnson: *Casually stretches 128 frets repeatedly with no buzzing or mistakes*

[@eyoratli6642]

Well it is as simple as walking... Problem is we're a bit cripple :/

[@ДональдДрамб]

3:20 1 mistake

[@paz4331]

Needed this today my mom would always play this song on the radio when I was younger.

[@luluwinke6581]

over here on the Hawaiiian Islands Mothers Day: Malama Your Mama.....GB

[@AubreySNWG]

Finger movements like a piano player... smooth and graceful... amazing 🤩 Oh woman, oh woman, don't treat me so.... I guess if you say so I'll have to pack my things and go Hit the road Jack and don't you come back 😍🥰

[@aguynamedave1]

There are times that music can heal a broken heart…and times it can rip it out and stomp that sucker flat. This rendition has a spirit that would even give Jack hope....well done!

[@Jasperky]

Literally one the best musicians in the world

[@harmsworthcharles3261]

May be the best !

[@HalfWarrior]

Completely agree!

[@Jasperky]

Yeah literally though, I can’t argue with you there. He is literally the best I’ve ever seen it would be impossible to top the talent

[@arturbraun2157]

of

[@artemlitvinov3536]

@@harmsworthcharles3261 Tommy Emmanuel is the best musician on my opinion

[@backintheblues4590]

I've heard many versions of Hit The Road Jack, and this is absolutely my favorite version.

[@jakemartin4305]

Love when musicians play a cover like this it make it posible to see what ray Charles is singing

[@brandonabbott6225]

Billy strings, and Justin Johnson. Best musicians hands down.

[@dht4321]

These Justin interpretations are like navigations through a cultural landscape. Incredible voicing on the strings.

[@Bjornlundstrom]

Magic fingers, magic playing, magic maestro Justin "The Wizard" Johnson!! BOOOOOOM!! 🎶🔥🎸🤘😎👊🔥🎸 Fantastic!!

[@Bjornlundstrom]

Broooo😁👍

[@Lex_en_vrai]

I like your music magic Man 🤩

[@Gidgetwaterbear000]

Deeply appreciating talent and heart like Justins' strengthens my love of humanity ...and it needed it!

[@teoguitar3961]

Man, that's... possibly the best version I've ever heard. You're out of this world.

[@1paulxx]

You blow me away how effortless you make it look, no matter what you play it just flows out of you, very impressive

[@megankelly8888]

It's like you knew I needed exactly this today. Been watching you a while, and am completely awestruck

[@13233eniis]

It's just lovely how his fingers are dancing to the music

[@steffenolesen3032]

That what she said

[@Lex_en_vrai]

I love how you can see him grooving the whole time, he's really feeling it

[@robhaskell4043]

Justin - so natural, so smooth, so fluid, just sooooo good. Very well done. Cheers from Canada!

[@milanboska3387]

the feeling when listening that is just... O_o can't even imagine what is happening in his head while playing it...

[@luluwinke6581]

you understand when peole can play by ear it is rather ez but he knows music on a staff this is so extra great that he is able to also teach what he knows now who can do this or would do this God Bless JJ

[@jamesreddington2885]

He’s the bass, percussion and singer all in one! Amazing

[@garydawson1927]

You heard the turm bluesman well this is what a bluesman really is

[@panosmqt2359]

POV: You just played the entirety of hit the road jack fingerstyle without a single mistake and make it look as simple as walking ...

[@eyoratli6642]

Well it is as simple as walking... Problem is we're a bit cripple :/

[@dontneedtoknow5836]

Beware of the man that only shoots one gun, he knows how to use it. Take caution when approaching someone with the patience to learn music, they probably have very little patience left for anything else.

[@IFentonito]

@@eyoratli6642 wasn't that funny the first time

[@ДональдДрамб]

3:20 1 mistаkе

[@txbluesguy]

One of the greatest songs ever written and performed. RIP Ray Charles. Justin, you more than do justice to Ray Charles' work. I think he would be seriously impressed with your interpretation.

[@glennmefford9485]

Man i love that guitar. That bass is just thumpy. The arrangement is awesome as always. Kinda get a bluesy spanish vibe. Awesome

[@brucemoore3382]

How is it possible that ONE guy, with ONE guitar can make all that music with such ease. If I had one wish, it might not be for world peace! I’m selfish that way!

[@hawgtied]

Update: I've almost completely learned this song! Thanks Justin, this is amazing inspiration for fellow guitarists.

[@veroniquemontvenoux5047]

Merci monsieur Justin Johnson excellent 👍👍👍👍😁🇫🇷

[@lonapopoki1181]

Justin & his Whiskey Sunset Swing Swag & Chill Yup you always deliver that sweet sweet sound Thank You Love the intro

[@jamminjames6463]

My goal for 2022 is to play 1 finger picking song that you have produced. I cannot emphasize how much your music inspires and drives me to be a better musician. I hope this year provides you with abundant blessings.

[@borjovsky3164]

Well, it's almost 2023. Did you get it?

[@jamminjames6463]

@@borjovsky3164 Seeing your comment made my day @Borjovsky! I forgot about tjis. I can sort of play his version of Folsom Prison Blues. Very slow, and not near as good as Justin. I need probably 10,000 more hours of practice to play it like he does.

[@itsjustpizza]

I'd be happy if I could just play the baseline that well.

[@tedc3895]

Good old acoustic. Oh how I love it. Awsome.

[@remkopops9483]

Always love listening to stuff like this from you. I would absolutely love to get some tutorials on these kind of songs. Keep up the great stuff man, love this

[@scottborchardt7975]

just fantastic . what a soulfull player he is .

[@rodjameswales6040]

that finger spread is INSANE!! My favourite guitarist

[@adrianmiranda7042]

Que maravilla,,,

[@jeremysaulnier5717]

Im loving these covers dude,so soulful and majestic playing style

[@carolgermano6285]

There has not been one song Justin performs that disappoints, he is an awesome guitar player.

[@jayt561]

I really feel for the people who are sad enough to even consider disliking. If you are that 1 person you don’t deserve Justin’s videos on your feed

[@Luketarleton]

Holy cow I ended up here looking for some finger style song ideas to learn and this is probably the coolest thing I’ve ever seen. It’s like he’s gotten the full potential out of that guitar. So cool.

[@theycallmebacon5692]

I officially declare that this is the theme song for the year 2020, it's time for 2020 to hit the road! Id also like to add, this is version is the best that I've ever heard! It makes me think about that Michael Keaton movie where he played a mental patient.....

[@bronsongross]

The Dream Team

[@theycallmebacon5692]

Again 2020 can hit the road. I don't think all of hollywood's writers could write a movie as original and unbelievable as 2020.

[@Mateo-fo5xd]

Justin back at it again with his magic hands

[@rassputton]

amazing arrangement, man! dang. that spice on the outro was nice!

[@jackthomson73]

Well it’s official!!!! There is now two MAGIC JOHNSONS on this rock we call home. Both are giants of their profession. Respect from down under. 👍

[@Rd-zw9zi]

I like how he's feeling it the entire song

[@alexxxx9221]

Without any doubt the best musician around nowadays. JJ ALL THE WAY👍👍👍👍

[@luluwinke6581]

I would say: X hits the

[@cesaralvarado8016]

Im in love with this

[@pharmerdavid1432]

I love watching the long right hand fingers deftly picking, while the fretting hand moves around as only JJ can. Unique talent..!

[@nathanielszot9623]

Like the style that you bring to this song. It really works well and I look forward to every upload. Keep it up man

[@johnhodgson5313]

Wow! There is so much artistry here. The technique is spot on, without losing the feeling of the music. The feeling Justin put into the playing moves this performance into the top players. I love the cinematography too. I am so happy my brother in law sent me the link.

[@iamerighi]

Dude! My brain can't handle this Yeah man!

[@2manyspruces]

Such a natural talent.

[@jardj1059]

Hit the road, Jack And don't you come back No more, no more, no more, no more Hit the road, Jack And don't you come back no more Hit the road, Jack And don't you come back No more, no more, no more, no more Hit the road, Jack And don't you come back no more Woah, woman, oh, woman, don't treat me so mean You're the meanest old woman that I've ever seen I guess if you say so I'll have to pack my things and go (that's right) Hit the road, Jack And don't you come back No more, no more, no more, no more Hit the road, Jack And don't you come back no more Hit the road, Jack And don't you come back No more, no more, no more, no more Hit the road, Jack And don't you come back no more Now, baby, listen, baby, don't ya treat me this-a way 'Cause I'll be back on my feet some day (Don't care if you do 'cause it's understood) (You ain't got no money, you just ain't no good Well, I guess if you say so I'll have to pack my things and go (that's right) Hit the road, Jack And don't you come back No more, no more, no more, no more Hit the road, Jack And don't you come back no more Hit the road, Jack And don't you come back No more, no more, no more, no more Hit the road, Jack And don't you come back no more Well (don't you come back no more) Uh, what'd you say? (Don't you come back no more) I didn't understand it! (Don't you come back no more) You can't mean that! (Don't you come back no more) Oh, now, baby, please! (Don't you come back no more) What you tryin' to do to me? (Don't you come back no more) Oh, don't hurt me like that!

[@adamwaygood9852]

World Class Justin… I’ve watched you for years, this is some of your best work.. That bass line, that thumb, and don’t get me started on your right hand..

[@suspect2116]

Мужик, ты не зря продал душу

[@justaguitarplayer2059]

Goodness gracious. I’ve got no words for this one. Home run

[@pkoven]

the only thing missing from this amazing perfect cover is Ray's vocal line "what you saaAAAYY??"

[@luluwinke6581]

yavo!

[@svenklingen4849]

how did this end up here without beeing noticed by me until now?? ... i love all of it. blues, ray charles, this tune, Justin and his very unique style of playing and of course the instruments guitar and piano. That beeing said, i better pack my things and go....mhmmmhmmmhmhmmmm

[@kasperfriis462]

whoah, such a great feel, rhythm, and tone. mazing playing. you never cease to amaze my man :D

[@albertpotter9009]

Greatest guitarists ever

[@albertpotter9009]

Ok

[@elizacrawford6686]

Every time you post I know that I like your playing before I click, but every single time I am left in awe at how much better it was than I could have imagined.

[@tomgavelda6978]

Sick damn good music. Old classic rocker here that appreciates great guitar and why is this boy not on tour. Just about flawless. I'm thinking he's a Tennessee guy

[@InternetEntity]

Alright, slow bluesy rendition I thought. I can dig this. Then Justin introduced the smoooth jazz.

[@brandonhughes179]

Holy crap, those stretches!!!!! My hand hurts just watching that! His hands have to be enormous!

[@kuramakuramagolden5298]

I wish to play like u man

[@chazcarpenter8421]

So smooth, yet crisp .. very relaxing

[@93BlazinFire]

Can't help but move with the rhythm a little bit...good stuff.

[@luluwinke6581]

tee hee I could not help movin with Justin Johnson Rhythmn

[@K-Denton]

What Talent! Love the ability you have been given! Enjoy so much!!

[@chrismaddock5790]

It was said that Jerry Lee Lewis was so good on his piano, he didn't need a Bass player. Well, I think this dude right here is so damn good on his guitar, He doesn't need a rhythm guitar, bass, drums, heck even a lead singer - bitch he IS the band

[@luluwinke6581]

i really like this person

[@joebaby555]

Just a note to say thank you for releasing all these wonderful videos of you playing. They are just so well played and filmed . I love to play along and usually have to rewind many, many times to figure out what you are doing naturally!🤦‍♂️ You are helping so many with the power of well played music. 🙏

[@joypaul995]

Dontcha come back here no more.....Never Justin. We look forward to your return always🖤✔🎸🎧

[@gsdfan8455]

That’s what happens when you get here late, someone beats you to the comment you thought up. Well done.

[@joypaul995]

@@gsdfan8455 #chuckle. JJ notification came up and I'm a devoted fan. I was on it xo love□light ty.x and ty JJ

[@rodjameswales6040]

Just thrown all my guitars out the window!!!!!!!!!!! How can you play like that??? Just amazing

[@blacksmithim]

Кайф, кайф, кайф!!! 😊

[@dianesorensen2549]

Just may listen to this all day.

[@bigkeg9173]

I was waiting to see who was playing bass.... It was you 😎🇦🇺😎

[@IntrepidYouTuber]

Fingers have a life of their own, Adams Family Thing 😆

[@danielibnz]

There’s a little guy playing a counter-bass, behind the curtains..;-)

[@bigkeg9173]

@@danielibnz I KNEW IT!! 🤣

[@pamconservative4962]

Love how easy you make the fingerstyle look. I know it’s not easy at all. Thanks Justin.

[@elvisnevermind6165]

i love the way this guy can play blues and look like a long haired pelican at the same time

[@robcedar960]

That's weird. Wonder how he would assess your strange features... probably wouldnt. Judge not, junior

[@mnumumnumu2646]

This is one of my earliest favorites. I remember getting ready for kindergarten, with, this playing often. I also loved "Trailer for Sale or Rent, Dean Martin don't you know! I'm an old girl. You have given me something good to get excited about. I may not sound like much, but, I'm having a ball experimenting with the shovel and the ammo box three strings.It's made me realize something that I suspected. After the new year comes around I'm, for sure, getting a bass! Holy Crow! I have a passion at my age, I'm having the time of my life again. I owe you so much! All my best to you and Nikki. As far as I'm concerned, you've always, given everybody you're best.

[@Devolutionator]

This guy just operates on an different plane than the rest of us.

[@john_air]

phrasing is perfect it's like you are saying something with the guitar GREAT

[@kakmaster6945]

Ray Charles would be proud...

[@sheldonmitchell8637]

The Dudes on his Own Level!!!! What Can’t Justin Johnson do?

[@tombond269]

Reminds me of Pete Huttlinger's cover of Superstition. So much going on, you'd think it was 2 or 3 guitars if you closed your eyes.

[@martinlynn3699]

Pete was off the charts. Glad to see someone pick up the banner and carry on. God didn't give me this set of abilities but I'm glad He gave it to someone.

[@kuladeeluxe]

So impressed with that flow . Just about perfect.No idea how anyone can do this.

[@arthurodish2259]

If you play this good without making weird faces, you're a God lol

[@Gidgetwaterbear000]

mesmerizing to watch him! I only discovered him a couple weeks ago and just keep coming back; I cant get enough!!

[@dennisriblett4622]

Got em tapping their toes down at The Crossroads

[@michaelgibson2160]

Total Badass level fingerstyle playing there folks... And he didn't even work up a sweat!! Great stuff Justin!

[@lukegordon1882]

I'm addicted to fingerstyle thumb bass. The joint in my thumb is getting so sore.

[@ashvirtewharie4454]

Is he using his thumb to hold down 5th and 6th string frets?

[@lukegordon1882]

@@ashvirtewharie4454 both thumbs dance together according to what key your in. learning the caged system is a good way to incorporate thumb bass. I do most of it by ear. Expessiely when playing in different tunings. I have to say the best way to learn is listen to Justin 24/7

[@robertopalladini7543]

Eres increíble... Man

[@flycorvus]

What do you need for a cool evening? A new video from JJ.

[@maxryder8048]

JJ most likely has a cool evening most nights if ya know what i mean😜

[@flycorvus]

@@maxryder8048 I know whatchu mean. :-)

[@mib7483]

I have watched this several times, along with the TAB video, and can not figure out what Martin you are playing. Love the burst and tone of that guitar.

[@mrjefflive]

starts singing "I've got sixteen tons and whattya get.. another day older and deeper in debt.. hit the roooad jack!"

[@extinnocence]

damn thats crazy I was singing the same tune

[@lynnswartz7389]

Nice & Smooth!‼️❣️💖

[@lynnswartz7389]

Love this Guy!!

[@sharit7970]

XD

[@sharit7970]

XD

[@gerardbaten6261]

Just before going to sleep... check KZbin, see if there is any new Justin stuff.... puts a smile on my face, sweet! Good night!

[@denverbranson]

If you dislike this, your names probably Jack and you got told to hit the road

[@bobbystahr]

ha hahaha ha true

[@lynnswartz7389]

LOL. HELLO 👋 This guy is to kewl!!❣️ ☮️

[@johnsomebody972]

One of my all time favorites growing up. Beautiful rendition.

[@jrbr549]

The funny thing is: I was watching this at 1.5x speed and didn't realize it. I thought he was just that damn fast.

[@alanwilliams817]

I agree greg . I like this version alot sounds great he sure can play .