How to play 'Simple Man' by Lynyrd Skynyrd

Here's another classic! Learn the chords and picking patterns at a relaxed pace - this song will really help your right hand. Tons of fun to play!
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[@nathanjames3348]

Honestly, you're lessons are blowing my mind. So many little tips and tricks. Love it.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Nathan - sorry for a slow reply. My best to you and hope you’re having fun with it. Cheers, Shane

[@roastedbagel]

Been watching lessons on KZbin casually for 13 years - this is the best I've ever seen.

[@GuitarAtWork]

A big thank you for that. My best to you. Shane

[@reddeadrazor8257]

Man, I’ve been playing guitar (recreational) for about 21 years... Never have I ever seen someone teach a song this good. The way you embrace obvious mistakes while learning the picking pattern (hitting the wrong string, but just keep playing cause it will sound good), I just wish you were on youtube back in ‘99. Big thumbs up, I’m subscribing :)

[@alanwilkin8869]

Good at the teaching, Good songs tae,

[@GuitarAtWork]

A big thank you! Shane

[@ruatarengsicolneyrengsi8924]

You make it seem easy. Your enthusiasm and positive vibes are really contagious. Really inspiring tutoring. Many thanks again.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you. Happy to have you here with us. Cheers! Shane

[@kendrinkard1921]

Living in the states, Michigan now,Tn.,Ga,GA, the past,having grandparents from the southern U.S.,I know alot of Southern Rock tunes. Listened to it for years. Close to my heart and soul. I don't know if hearing it for years and trying to play it on guitar later make a difference in dynamics, but it seems so.Not as mechanical,. A good classic tune,to learn, none the less,Sir Shane.

[@kendrinkard1921]

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[@bjornmarklund7489]

Great! Thanks a lot from Sweden! Very good lesson! Agree this is, the Best!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Bjorn - glad you enjoyed. My best to you! 🇨🇦

[@uutoobee]

great tip on resting the picking palm on bridge. for years I've used my pinky finger and it is not as stable (and gets sore).

[@cdavid8139]

KZbin is full of teachers. Some really good. Came across this today and as a beginner find you are amazing. FANTASTIC!

[@wontonwinst]

One of the best guitar teachers on KZbin. Thanks!

[@windrider65]

It's not one little guitar if played by a great player like yourself. I'm not there yet, but I keep practicing. Thanks for the help.

[@GuitarAtWork]

A big thank you for that - much appreciated - Cheers! Shane

[@jimdiskin3760]

i always enjoy your lessons so much shane. they are always straightforward and useful, and you have one of the most positive and welcoming demeanors on youtube. thank you so much for the work you undertake to benefit others. it is much appreciated.

[@GuitarAtWork]

A big thank you Jim - it really makes my day to receive a comment like yours. Very glad to have you here with us and I hope you're enjoying your guitar. Best to you, Shane

[@diogogonsalez6947]

I love your guitar lessons , they are always very easy to understand. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge , Shane. Greetings from Brazil!!!

[@ruatarengsicolneyrengsi8924]

You're mighty hurried it seems!!

[@p71josh]

My favorite song! touches my soul. Thanks for doing this one. Always had trouble with the picking on this one so thank you for the lesson!!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Glad to hear it - hope you have fun with it and nail it! Shane

[@dbrew2u]

Great Song , Awesome Lesson . Taught in a way almost anyone can understand . I have learned a lot from your wonderful Lessons . And i want to Thank You so Darn Much for getting me interested in Guitar again . I'm actually enjoying it .

[@GuitarAtWork]

Hey Dave - thanks for that - so great to hear! All my best to you on your guitar journey and I hope you enjoy the ride. Cheers! Shane

[@bedposthero]

Very pedagogical and clear instructions. The soothing voice and positive vibe reminds me a lot of Bob Ross. Thank you for this video.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks for that - I have always loved Bob Ross - I really appreciate you taking the time to comment and for your encouragement. Cheers! Shane

[@dukeofearl4117]

I’ve seen multiple other lessons on this, but really confusing because they didn’t identify the chords, but rather single notes. Now I can just know the pattern and play the chords. Bravo Shane. Plus I am a permanent member of your Patreon because I believe in supporting a creator. Can you put part of this into a looper and play the lead on top of the flat picking part?

[@1967munch]

So happy I found your lessons. Much simpler way to learn. Thanks for doing what you do!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks Scott - I really hope that they help you. Glad to have you here. Cheers! Shane

[@arc2226]

Thanks for a great lesson! Been trying to figure this out on my own for a week. You just helped tremendously!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Glad to hear that - thanks! Shane

[@adamshuler6063]

Sir, your the best guitar teacher I’ve ever seen on KZbin. So patient and happy to teach!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks Adam! What a great comment to receive - really makes my day. Happy to have you here with us. Cheers! Shane

[@268Brookland]

I agree. Very thorough. I already know the song but I enjoy watching the lessons haha

[@ricksouthernrock2639]

If you try to play to the studio recording a heads up that the guitars on the studio recording are tuned down half a step. Other than that a great lesson.

[@woodman-km7fh]

Love the way you teach. You make it so easy to learn.

[@duaneulman9915]

This was fun spent a good part of a sunday just learning all the differant parts. I did drop guitar down a half step. Thank You again :)

[@candie5150]

You're the Best!!! Thanks so much for another great lesson!!

[@prshughes]

love how you explain things and clearly we are of an age as I love your song selection, all ones I grew up with, but didn't start playing guitar until I was older. Really enjoying your videos

[@DarwinWiggett]

Bloody awesome instruction, you go nice and slow so we understand and then describe the timing so well. Love that you break it down so well!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Darwin - glad you enjoyed. Cheers! Shane

[@KevinORourke25]

The most clear "How to" videos I've encountered. Keep up the wonderful work Shane. Kevin O'Rourke

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks Kevin - I really appreciate your comment - I always have fun doing these videos and am super glad you enjoy! Shane

[@Dutcharmytent]

Another great lesson and tune.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Mr Strong thank you. Really appreciate that. Cheers! Shane

[@Idonthangglideanymore]

love this! thank you!!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks Dean - all the best with it and I hope you enjoy! Shane

[@Michael-xp6jt]

I'm a big Skynyrd fan thanks for the lesson 😎👍☮️🎶

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks Michael - I really hope you have fun with this one. Cheers! Shane

[@jeromebuckley9296]

Dang it Shane, you are all up in my head! I was driving home from work yesterday and Simple Man came on the radio. I thought to myself: “hmmm... does Shane have a class on this coz i’d sure love to be able to play that for my Mom!” (Glad to see you are getting major ads! Hope the money is following as well. You and the Mrs. stay healthy)

[@GuitarAtWork]

Ha! Thanks Jerome - that's so great! Hope you have fun with it - Cheers! Shane

[@gertvanwyk8989]

Thank you, excellent as usual.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks Gert - much appreciated and glad to have you here with us! Shane

[@marklewis5145]

Best lesson I've seen in a long time on KZbin!!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Mark - hope you're having fun with it. Cheers, Shane

[@cjsullivan8780]

I have been hoping you would do "Simple Man" for a video! Keep rockin' it!!!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Clair - my best to you and I hope you get that Martin back soon! Shane

[@johnoleary5870]

Fantastic, can’t wait to try this. Great breakdown thanks 🎸👍

[@evakarjagin2413]

You are great teacher..thank you Love your teaching and this song,all parts ❤️

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Eva - so nice to hear that. My best to you. Shane

[@andreas7425]

Thanks Shane - again a fantastic video. I like you're kind of teaching and make songs playable! Greetings from Germany

[@coldsteel2546]

This was such a simple and easy way to teach this song. Great job! You have a new subscriber/fan. Looking forward to more lessons.

[@matthewnucci2564]

Love it when Shane comes out with something to help me clean up my self taught habits!

[@GuitarAtWork]

A big thank you Matthew - I really appreciate it. Glad to have you here with us! Shane

[@russhowe1092]

Well done as usual mate. Thanks 😀

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks Russ - always great to hear from you man. Hope you're doing well. Cheers! Shane

[@t9620]

Thrilled when I saw this tutorial! Thanks so very much!🙏🎸

[@GuitarAtWork]

Very glad - thank you, Shane

[@sapelesteve]

Even though that's way beyond my skill level, that was a great lesson. Love Skynyrd for sure. Thanks & keep up the great work...........👍👍🎸🎸👏👏😉😉😷😷

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Steve - always appreciate your comments - hope all is well and that you are having fun with it! Shane

[@kensutherland9815]

Thats a fantastic instructional vid Thank You!!

[@calmarcum2724]

Thank you for all you do! Great teacher!

[@Habdragon11]

Great lesson and song choice Shane! Hope you're keeping safe

[@GuitarAtWork]

So great to hear from Crazy! Hope all is well - all good here - will be fun to see you again! Shane

[@douglasjackson9058]

Thanks great lesson

[@Havron12345]

Keep up the videos -- love your teaching!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Leonard, very glad to have you here with us. Cheers, Shane

[@jimbola77]

WOW, YOU ARE AWESOME!!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING!!! I LOVE YOUR PATIENCE!! IM GLAD I FOUND YOU!!!.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you for that - very glad to have you here with us - hope you have fun with it. Cheers! Shane

[@stevewatkins2599]

your a great teacher mate thanks for putting the time in for us beginners

[@johnmcnamara5602]

Great lesson thanks Shane

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you John - glad you enjoyed. Cheers, Shane

[@nicolasmaurin182]

Awesome lesson as always !

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Nicolas - much appreciate. Shane

[@joepetrosky3411]

Tremendous lesson

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Joe. Cheers! Shane

[@cauehenriquebasso3709]

Very good! I'm 15 and I'm from Brazil!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you! Really glad to have you here with us - Cheers! Shane

[@bretty1150]

You’re the man Shane! Love all your videos, so easy to follow and learn. Any chance you could do Old Man by Neil Young? Thanks so much for all the content you release!

[@davidchristie7133]

Best instructor..

[@johnvancedar5354]

Another great video, you’ve been busy this summer. Yea Shane

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Johnnyman! Always good to hear from you - Will be fun to be back at it with you in Sept! Shane

[@yashbhatt8581]

Very nice. Thanks sir. You are such an amazing teacher. Learned hey joe and u2 one from your videos 🙂✌🏻

[@dalechordis658]

great job!!!!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Dale - Glad to have you here! Shane

[@barbararustici574]

Sei bravissimo non solo a suonare ma anche a insegnare grazie

[@GuitarAtWork]

A big thank you - Cheers! Shane

[@roxyc4438]

Enjoyed this very much, Shane! Thanks :)

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Roxy. My best to you. Shane

[@chelledoorley6171]

Love this song ♥️

[@TonyRamos2024]

Thank you for the lesson.

[@Robert-oi2vn]

Great lesson, thank you very much

[@cooltunesmadeeasy]

Great content..nice work!

[@beardedwarlord7356]

Nice Shane, real nice!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks Gurjot - hope you have fun with it and glad that you are with us. Cheers! Shane

[@georgetheonlyporge]

Good job. Good man.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you George. Cheers, Shane

[@samkaye1635]

Thank you

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Sam and I really hope you're having fun with it. Best to you, Shane

[@jaimeguerrero2697]

I wish I had you as a guitar teacher growing up the ones I paid either gave up on me with no explanation as why water my time and didn’t teach me what I wanted or the song in it’s entirety. Thanks for posting I’m learning a lot of songs I’ve wanted to since I was 16

[@JVR-lu4zd]

Another great tutorial Shane. Quick question love GnR Patience great acoustic piece every time I see someone okay it they are playing both guitar parts. I was wondering if you could do solo campfire version? Just a thought. Kind regards......

[@callumwest5995]

You’re a great guitarist!👍😱

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Richard - I really appreciate that. Very glad to have you with us here! Shane

[@kylasimpson5558]

Good job Shane😁

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Kyla! You're fabulous!

[@kylasimpson5558]

☺️

[@johnnybx3254]

Cool 😎 Thanks

[@georgesgarcia317]

Salut, je suis Français et j'ai adoré ton tuto. I love this song!!! Georges

[@paulmarshallsorochan4997]

I'm getting a lot out of your lessons Shane. Thank-you. Just a suggestion though that I know I would appreciate hearing. i would like you to play the whole song once through , either at the beginning of your lesson or at the end. I really think it would give us a chance to play along with you as we grow with your lesson.

[@benanderson1400]

Hey Brother, I wanted to thank you for you easy to follow along lessons. I've been really having a lot of fun with a lot of your songs. Can you make a lesson on Tangerine by Zeppelin? Again.... thank you!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Ben - glad you enjoy. Great song suggestion. Cheers! Shane

[@duaneulman9915]

Thank You

[@migbgold3191]

Outstanding instructional on this great song; do you think you can put a tutorial together for Magic Power by Triumph?

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks for that - really appreciate it and great suggestion! Shane

[@barryosullivan1472]

Hey Shane Was waiting for this one, Read my mind👍

[@GuitarAtWork]

Glad to hear it Barry - hope you enjoy and benefit from it. Cheers! Shane

[@jeffbauman8700]

Hi Shane, I am unable to find the sheet music for Simple Man- Love the lesson. I will reach out soon for Skype lesson as I am down here in Sunny Florida. keep up the great work- Jeff B

[@debrafellers9356]

I only had to see the first 4 in bar 1 and knew he was really good

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Debra - greatly appreciated! Shane

[@jakegalloway3724]

Best simple man lesson luv the 023 5-3 3 5-35

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks Jake - Cheers! Shane

[@ron99693]

What model Taylor is that? I just bought a 324 v-class AND LOVE IT!!!

[@brianswingley7099]

Hi Shane. I was doing without my speaker cabinet because it's too noisy. But I came across a head phone splitter to hear myself in stereo. It's the best. Could you go over loop petals and strumming on this song? Or song sheets? Thanks

[@GuitarAtWork]

Excellent. Thanks Brian - you can grab song sheets for this song and MANY more at patreon.com/guitaratwork Cheers! Shane

[@ricksouthernrock2639]

If you try to play to the studio recording just a heads up that on the studio recording the guitars are tuned down a half step. Other than that a great lesson.

[@jimkontos4221]

Can you teach house of the rising sun

[@rodneyanthony388]

Shane thanks for showing us how to play...I have a request if possible a song by John Mellencamp called Between A Laugh And A Tear.. Thank you

[@nickdonalds0546]

The 2nd time on Am before adding pinkey to high E, is it A,G,D,A, and then High E with pinky and then B. Or is it A,G,D,A,B,G,D and then pinky on high E, B

[@sonnydaze6071]

Can you do a lesson n how to read tablature. That would help a lot. Thank you

[@curtishatfield9629]

What kind of strings do you use on the Taylor guitar?

[@GuitarAtWork]

Hi Curtis - I'm using Elixir HD light. Phosphor/Bronze. Love them - great strings. Cheers, Shane

[@woodman-km7fh]

Could you possibly do fast hand by Cody jinks

[@GuitarAtWork]

Great suggestion - thanks! Shane

[@zeppelinhulsey9543]

Can you please work on a lesson on for the solo 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@GuitarAtWork]

Good idea - thanks for that. Cheers, Shane

[@jimkontos2595]

Can you do call me the breeze by lennard skynyrd

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks Jim - good suggestion! Shane

[@nathanfloyd098]

Sir please do a lesson on thron tree in the garden by derek and the Dominos please

[@beyondreamtime420]

Man looking at many guitar store and could not buy the picks that you using.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Ah - darnit. I haven't had any trouble finding them here. Keep on looking. Cheers Shane

[@beyondreamtime420]

@@GuitarAtWork smart reply , “ they all laughed at me because I’m different, and laughed at them because they’re all the same “

[@kudzu49]

I’ll have some of whatever he’s taking!! : )

[@tofik991]

What kind of strings do you use?

[@SteveSmith-vg5ov]

How about Crystal Ball By Styx

[@GuitarAtWork]

Great suggestion. Thank you! Shane

[@dwexelblat]

Sounds like someone needs a good setup. That buzz... :)

[@GuitarAtWork]

A little buzz for sure. High humidity around here. Cheers, Shane

[@kennethbowers2419]

There ain’t NO WAY that G string will ring with me fretting a C chord. I’ve been trying for months to not mute the G and D string while fretting a C chord. My middle finger actually contacts three strings at once.

[@Sn0ws3f]

I'm a beginner myself, but one thing you might be able to try is moving your middle finger up toward the A string a little bit. It doesn't matter if it touches the A string during the C chord because you are fretting it with your ring finger in the third fret anyway. See if that helps!

[@dmyerstc55]

Shane why wouldn’t you fingerpick this song?

[@dougw247]

I thought that song is done in E flat tuning? Enjoy your lessons

[@jgreelis]

Awesome lesson. 1,200 likes and over 34,000 views. Yet 20 people decide that for some reason it makes sense to go ahead and hit that thumbs down button. WTF?