how to play "Gimme Shelter" on guitar by The Rolling Stones | rhythm & solo guitar lesson tutorials

[@driveman6490]

Hundreds of years from now, future generations will study this chord pattern with wonder and amazement and want to learn. Additionally, they will be thrilled to know that Keef will still be alive to teach them.

[@kevinmoor26]

Only cockroaches will be alive after nuclear MAD. and Keith. "There was this big flash, man."

[@martynspooner5822]

Loved your comment friend.

[@fiacmar]

Bahaha! Brilliant!

[@stpadrao]

KKKKKK

[@beam52]

Nailed it

[@keithtpc1508]

The best teacher on the web. Thank you.

[@dennqus1]

I'm almost 60 years old and that song still makes the hair on the back of my neck stand up. Thanks Canadian brother for the memories!!

[@tbirdsteve1]

Same

[@terset9912]

ditto

[@BeatlesCentricUniverse]

Memories? This music is alive!

[@DoktorDamage]

Indeed !!!

[@artlupinacci6759]

Ditto as well, this song never gets old and the lesson is awesome!

[@Rrwin1]

I complain about most guitar lessons... but this is beautifull. No enormous amounts of bla bla bla, just the playing while explaining. Exelent work.Very clear. Realy helped!

[@drdellaman]

Beautiful playing. No matter how many times I hear this song, the opening still cast a spell on me. Beyond a classic.

[@kedgwell]

That opening minute of the song, graphically brought to life in the demo with the 3-guitar split screen, is simply a thing of beauty. For the ages. The tutorial itself is meticulous, as always.

[@TheMonolake]

Imagine coming up with this I wonder did keef know what he had just created

[@richat1691]

Probably one of best guitar players on here, every song sounds spot on, and he explains clearly

[@jpmbz]

Exactly!

[@KC-fb8ql]

And I so appreciate that he begins each video playing the entire song through. You know he's legit and he’s not spending the first 5 minutes just talking.

[@jpmbz]

This gives me chills! NO guitar "teacher" has ever posted a more comprehensive and spot on rendition of this song. I'll be working on this for months. Thanks again Andy!

[@davidthompson6832]

I respect SO MUCH that there's NEVER any "LOOK AT ME " in your vids .... and they are ALWAYS 100 !!! 👍👍👍

[@MatiasLD87]

I'm from Argentina and i've been learning from your videos for years. This is the first time I comment. Do you realize you are inspiring a person from the other side of the globe? Love you man!

[@azbababooey]

You have, I think, the best lessons for songs on KZbin. First, you try to be exact which is nice. But you also go slow, explain and show multiple times with your standard black background and a sharp focus on the playing. You play full speed, then note/chord by note/chord slowly explaining the fingering and picking. Although I am an intermediate guitarist and struggle with some of the songs you put on here, I can now play so many pretty spot on. I just want to say thank you!

[@davidthompson6832]

Thank you 👍

[@LordPeg44]

Could not put it better. Great stuff allways

[@marilynblandford7091]

You have the uncanny knack of teaching all my favorite songs.

[@oldschoolfunkster1]

And the CORRECT WAY!!!

[@stuntmaster127]

It’s like mind reading and great minds think alike

[@artiefufkin3292]

Agree. Ive got them all half learnt. Way to go me

[@embracethesuck1041]

Good taste for sure

[@JS-lw2lu]

I go to other instructor videos when I want to learn to play something, and all are good and it's nice to get different takes on songs. But when I want to hear how it should REALLY sound this is the guy. No one else comes close to capturing the technique and amp sound of a song. Pure perfection.

[@spillingjuice3651]

This Man is so dedicated. He will not settle for “I almost got it Down”. This is why his lessons are the best on the Internet. He is capturing every nuance of these haunting parts of every Stones Song (such as Wild Horses) that have given me chills every single time I have listened to them. I thank you very much for making me a better guitar player. I take so much away for my own playing and composing by finally learning the real way to play some of the best riffs and songs ever written and injected into human ears,...🤪

[@dennisi3]

In my humble opinion, the greatest rock song ever written.

[@thetoolmat8632]

I am with you man, just gets my blood flowing...

[@threeg6966]

Can't argue with that brother.

[@tenmillionaliens9393]

I agree for what its worth

[@scottythetrex5197]

It's an incredible piece of music. Keith is a genius.

[@로열위드치즈]

Preach!!

[@derekbiggerstaff]

This intro is the best build of tension ever.

[@로열위드치즈]

Preach!

[@deanmartin9199]

I'm so in awe of Keef. How did he come up with such a great intro? Really underrated guitarist. Also, excellent lesson. Really nailed it

[@Nobody_Important_Yea]

I think Keef is not underrated - 50 years at the same location and still in business 😊

[@SiatkazBiedronki]

@@Nobody_Important_YeaThey do somehow overlook him when talking about the virtuosos, it’s always Hendrix, Page, Clapton, Stevie Ray, etc. But I think apart from Hendrix no one comes close to the cool vibe of Keith. Who cares about this shit anyway, those ratings don’t even care to mention Delta bluesmen or whole other bunch of genius guitarists just because they are not mainstream. Or women, for that matter.

[@andrewtrotter9023]

“Solos come and go, but a riff lasts forever.” - Keith Richards

[@loaneslone7168]

Well, listen to Martin Barre's solo on "we used to know" and Aqualung from Jethro Tull could change your mind about Keith's statement. Additionally, Keith has never been a solo guitarist, he made amazing riffs but that's it. Jimmy Page, Angus Young, David Gilmour, Martin Barre, Robbie Krieger, Brian May. They can do everything.

[@davidkornblatt851]

@@loaneslone7168 it has been said by KR “you are not a rhythm guitarist or a lead guitarist but you are a guitarist so you are the one who plays guitar always.”

[@herbertmurphy2401]

My God. Perfection. I can never repay you for showing me how to do it. Let's never forget how blessed was Keith to have Charlie's subtle power behind him keeping the beat. When Charlie tears into it with the final notes of the intro, it's like a Hellfire missile finding the target.

[@margoscargo]

Two other Charlie Hellfire missiles - the drum intro on Honky Tonk Woman and Paint it Black during "I could not foresee this thing happening to you."

[@Po1itica11yNcorrect]

Can we take a moment and appreciate the incredible music the British Invasion gave us during the 60's and 70's?

[@gordonlawson]

Can’t watch this enough. Been playing for decades and you kill this. And lots of other great stuff. Great chops and straight forward teaching. Intermediate/advanced

[@WE.R.NOT.OK.W.U.TRMP_GTFO]

That's always been one of the most perfect intro's to any song.

[@guitarplayingman]

BEST LESSONS ON KZbin!!!

[@bobbyodell8676]

The greatest song ever written.

[@F3502000]

Obviously Keith is an iconic guitar player. But...this really is one of the best guitar riffs ever, and gets kind of forgotten in that greatest riffs conversation. It really is fantastic! Great job 👏

[@Zigblues]

It is rumored that Keith Richards watches your videos to remember how to play his songs before every tour! Thanks for an amazing job on "Gimme Shelter!"

[@Nuker54]

Best guitar instruction on the web. Perfect renditions of the songs. Such a great resource. Thanks!

[@christschinwon]

The Stones just nailed intros didn't they. You can never mistake them but for me this song has their best intro by a country mile. The song is great too obviously!

[@dirkg7062]

You are by far the best guitar player and instructor on KZbin. Thanks for all you help. I have donated and will donate again soon.

[@leemichaels406]

Timeless riffs from the timeless man...❤

[@tylernewsome217]

Man I appreciate this! Just the right speed to show someone how to play. You show what needs to be shown without repeating yourself and confusing people. Great work!

[@wcountyrednecks]

I just want to thank you for what you do here. You have been extremely helpful in all your tutorials. You are the first person I go to when I'm having trouble working out something. Thanks again. Keep up the good work.

[@davidk.3133]

The opening notes are some of rock's finest moments. Thanks for the vid.

[@HunterTiberisBojangles]

The Stones are the greatest garage band of all time! Rock on and TY!!

[@JS-lw2lu]

And things were sometimes a bit buried or muddy in a record mix. This highlights how purely outstanding those licks were on the songs.

[@stevenday9687]

Remember when you just couldn't quite get a song? Now I know where to go & get it. Thank you for that &:anyone reading this gets exactly what I'm talking about. So glad I found this page. Me & my 6 strings thank you.

[@davidturnage3467]

You, my friend....have a natural gift for teaching! That talent rivals your facility on the fretboard, which is formidable by itself. No flattery, just calling it like I see it. 👍

[@John-Evans]

Yes. He picks the most iconic guitar tunes and nails them. Respect as I have been trying to do the same for years and failing.

[@michaelmilos2887]

By far the most accurate and best guitar teacher ever period

[@craigrobinson3069]

This song gives me chills to this day. My favorite Stones song.

[@batpatrol49]

You had me at "Love in Vain" and then again at "Monkey Man" .... this "Gimme Shelter" tutorial has put me over the edge. Thank you.

[@hepponeable]

Man, you got yourself a bag of good karma for this vid. Thank you! Cheers from 🇫🇮

[@Lola_Santoro]

My favorite Stones' song. Thank you. This deserves another donation!

[@kedgwell]

Agreed! I recently donated, and will do so again. These lessons are worth their weight in gold.

[@lofifilo703]

Best explanation I've ever seen & heard. Really great! 👍 Thank you so much for that. 🙏🙏

[@ShutupAndPlayGuitarTutorials]

You're very welcome. CHeers, Andy.

[@stauffrt2]

Dude! You’re so authentic and accurate in your detailed playing. Excellent work.

[@geneahart5607]

On the original recording this is ALL done by Keith, no MT, glad someone else knows that! Keith doesn't get enough credit for his contribution to the rock ' n ' roll guitar lexicon, and his finger prints are all over it! And thank you for rekindling my love of The Stones! Great video, great ear!

[@ShutupAndPlayGuitarTutorials]

2:14

[@joetrump7527]

That demo at the beginning, i keep repeating over and over again. So beautiful.

[@ShutupAndPlayGuitarTutorials]

Glad you like it!

[@bennettbernerproject3289]

Great job breaking down these parts! Your hard work is much appreciated!

[@jaykay1375]

You are the best teacher EVER!!!!!

[@tombock336]

This is hands down the best lesson I have seen in trying to learn this song. Immaculate playing note by note, and perfectly explained. And man oh MAN, Keef was on fire when he wrote this....just pure melodic and rhythmic genius! Always floored by how the greats come up with these masterpieces...and in OpenE no less. Fantastic lesson, Andy....just purchased your MusicNotes tabs for this one so I can really get it down! 😀

[@michaelzielinski4030]

This is probably one of the best guitar tutorial sites on KZbin

[@itsallgoodz1]

I have never played any instrument in my life but I know what I'm hearing is excellent excellent.

[@hectorgonzalez9170]

You have excellent taste!!!

[@blackcatgraphics1483]

How you ended up on a guitar tutorial must be an interesting story then!

[@hectorgonzalez9170]

@@blackcatgraphics1483 I'm a lazy guitar player. I'm thinking of recording this song one day. Who knows, maybe you'll hear it one day.

[@dbs555]

The tuning info really helped me get closer to the record. As a kid plunking along in 1970, I was unaware of alternatives to standard tuning. And I was trying this on my 12 string Yamaha, which I still have. August, 2024.

[@drsmith4582]

The reason why you don’t have a million subscribers is due to the fact that you are the guitar player’s teacher. Your lessons are always the real deal. Thanks man!

[@sweetnsourchick1761]

The opening of your video gave me the CHILLS!!! I love this song! Thanks for the instruction.

[@kevingrady9840]

I toured with the Stones as a sub contractor rigger on the Steel Wheels tour for a few dates and you are telling the truth when you said Keith never played it the same twice. So so true. Saw it, heard it. Love your channel so I threw you a little tip brother. Awesome playing!!

[@terrybono5995]

deep base and drum accompaniment with the sweet sound of three gibsons playing keef it doesnt get more classic than this

[@blayneb7290]

Superb work, thank you! That's the beauty of writing you're own stuff! Play it any way you want, every time, and let everyone try and figure it out. I bet Kief never played it the same as the original recording again. But when you're the master riff-maker, why should he? Such a genius song writer. All hail Keith Richards!

[@davidthompson6832]

Quite possibly one of the most iconic Tunes in rock history, definitely of that era! Just hearing the intro gives me a feeling in the pit of my stomach thinking about the Altamont gig...so heavy,right? KEEF IS A LIVING LEGEND❤❤❤

[@realrockergirl]

You are an excellent teacher!! This tune has been on my bucket list for quite some time. Thank you for doing this.

[@stauffrt2]

You have wonderful insight and historic info on songs, excellent accuracy in playing the correct original fingering, and a good teaching voice. Thank you so much.

[@jojorey6886]

That song has always felt eerie to me, made me feel unsettled. I thought it was dark then and I still do now. Even though, it still had a type of beauty to it which is why I felt unsettled.

[@timnewman1172]

It is, especially when you know the story about Merry Clayton coming in to do the backing vocals, then subsequently having a miscarriage afterward...

[@cramar2112]

Man does this video sound awesome on my home theatre. Credit to the stones for creating this music and credit to the player in this video for such an awesome rendition. Best guitar into ever!!

[@dougwalton4831]

One of the best guitar lessons I've ever seen in my life

[@electron7373]

I first listened to this song as a kid and keep coming back to it with awe and wonder. The song is timeless as its about the threat of war. And unfortunately that never gets old.

[@jrusher19]

Great lesson and playing thank you so much!! Im 51 and after dropping the guitar in my late teens ive been back at it the last 6-7 years thanks to lessons like this. Breaking this classic down thanks again from Edmonton

[@theanalogkid4171]

Thanks for the time put into this!! I could never figure this out when I was a teen, I had no idea about alternate tunings! Another priceless lesson for me!

[@RickyPisano]

Just a BLAST to play. This one and CINNAMON GIRL are a couple of my favorites!! Definitely one of the greatest songs ever brother!! 💯% agree!! The intro is absolutely hypnotic. Even after easily a few thousand listens in my life.

[@billybob9144]

Man you are flipping so so good, i learn so much from your tutorials thanks a million

[@peterreinholdafuhr9180]

Great Stones lesson ..... Concerning the different cords and tuning..... The real sound..... A Joy.....

[@1ProShooter]

Im not a huge Stones fan, but this is real rock n roll music. Classic K Richards sound that can take you away to another place. Great lesson.

[@AKWANMUSIC]

Pretty much the best overall lesson for this iconic song of all the ones I have just watched on the interwebs! Thanks so much for all the details!

[@blairmulhall9259]

Gotta add you have one of the best vibrato pace I have ever heard.

[@chipgresalfi8937]

This tutorial is such a gift and tribute. You are a gem!

[@margoscargo]

Great tutorial. Thank you. For those learning this, be prepared for a very sore wrist until you've built up the stamina. Light strings would probably help as would low action. I'm currently using 10s. Gonna switch to 9s or even 8s when they wear out. To lower the action and tension I've tuned down two steps and barred the second fret. Then I start it at the 11th fret. A Gibson style neck would probably be easier too. I'm playing it on a Strat. My Gibson is tuned to open G for more Keith songs and my other electric is in standard tuning. It would suck have to change tuning all of the time on just one guitar. The tremolo is also part of what makes this riff great.

[@shermanpup]

Very, very good instruction . Efficient and very accurate .Keith is a pain to learn and doesn't repeat riffs on certain songs like this one. . Nice that you give the necessary info and slow it down a little . Thanks

[@larrydeters9732]

Thank you for sharing your time and talent! I bought your TABS and they have been great to use with this lesson. I appreciate this lesson greatly.

[@danielocallaghan693]

Greatest R&R track ever!!!

[@tenmillionaliens9393]

Greatest Riff ever! Greatest tutorial vid ever! What a gift to all aspiring guitarist. Thank you. I owe you a beer X

[@bobarciero4097]

Top 5 rock songs of all time, taught by best teacher on the internet

[@webcrt]

I started your video and without the usual commercial skipping I opened another tab for news (not what I usually do when viewing your channel). Wow! after the short silence I heard your intro and I got goosebumps all over! Thank you for this and for all the detailed work you do to nail every song you breakdown.

[@thomasjefferson3481]

You did a great job on this. This is the most accurate transcription of Gimme Shelter on you tube. I slowed the intro down this morning and the first riff IS different and exactly as you show it! What an awesome player and teacher you are. Thank you so much for this song.

[@goodandbadtimes]

I listened and I listened and I listened ... and then I heard. Big smiles here.

[@thetoolmat8632]

Only song ever that completely stops me in my tracks... Man thanks for showing us the genius that KR is.. and a huge appreciation for your style of teaching. In fact best song ever! and best teaching video! , why not?

[@tompelham4648]

This man is the most accurate and precise that l have seen ,in his field! That's only my opinion, you decide;)

[@tompelham7035]

A timeless classic that for me, will never loose ground... thanks for a great showing!!

[@fw1421]

This is such a great song and one of my absolute favorite Stones songs. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@danieldavidmccabe]

My favourite KZbin guitar teacher

[@OgamiItto70]

I think this is the pinnacle rock song. I don't think there's a better song in all rock music than _Gimme Shelter._ It has a kind of perfect-moment-in-time quality to it like a 1964 Ford Mustang Fastback or _Casablanca_ or Robert E. Howard's Conan stories or _Miami Vice._ It's not just "really good," it has something more, an X factor that can't be predicted or accounted for or reproduced or quantified. It's ineffable, unexplainable. Everything came together to somehow elevate it above the rest. Thanks for this lesson.

[@pbrninja19]

Thank you so much! That intro, I've always thought it was very beautiful.

[@lornestevenson308]

Man you are one fantastic guitar player and teacher.

[@eddiehensley1306]

I love your precise lessons! Your back stories are great! The man in black with that sweet burgundy Les Paul! You're an awesome guitarist! I know you've played for a hugh Rock Band, I'm thinking Triumph or U.F.O.!!

[@gregt4202]

Probably my favorite electric video to date. Awesome.

[@mirkopartschefeld3498]

Good lecture of probably the best Stones song.

[@stevenday9687]

Thanks so much for covering this. It's one of the cornerstone songs of what rock -n- roll is & will be great to have in songs to play. Turned out to be a pretty good holiday. Thank you thank you thank you.

[@guitarino1]

So many details/variations of 3 chords to keep our brains busy and entertained... Keith!

[@OZHKAR1]

This instrumental version sounds even more awesome👍

[@joerectifier]

Excellent tone, lesson and deciphering - this is possibly thwe greatest rock and roll guitar of all time.,...DEFINEITLY when the solo enters it captures the essence of human soul and IS the greatest moment in rock history

[@thinman4424]

I know now how I'll be spending my Saturday...Thank you!

[@mikereynolds3294]

Excellent Andy. You’re an amazing teacher and a wonderful music historian keeping true to the original versions. Thank you for ALL you do. Sometimes i wish i had more amp and pedal setup info, i am lazy when it comes to dialing tone 😂

[@joepalooka2145]

Fantastic. Great video of one of the greatest guitar tunes in rock and roll history. But of course just another one of Keith's brilliant inventions to go along with that amazing lead solo on "Sympathy For The Devil" and so many others.