I Was Wrong

[@pumkinbreath]

Self reflection is not encouraged in our society. Good move James.

[@bobarciero4097]

I’m an old guy and you have given my guitar playing a rebirth, thank you.

[@tadasklimas9188]

James James did the same for me.

[@user-cr5dc8gf7h]

Me too 🎸

[@curtmanners1182]

Me three.@@user-cr5dc8gf7h

[@charliebadger]

"I'm not particularly special" ? Mate, you have brought me hours and hours and hours and joy since i found you in, what could be a decade ago. I realised very early on your music tastes, the bands and artists you like, were pretty well exactly the same as mine, here over in England. If i forget a chord i always turn to you, be it, a Jeff Lynne chord or key change, what is McCartney actually doing on an obscure b'side somewhere, a Beatles lick, whatever. Don't think of it as the hours you spent learning the songs, playing the, recording them, posting them, think of it as the hours that every person who then sees your videos then goes and spends practising what you have given freely to this world. You've been extraordinary to me. I was sad when you stopped. I enjoyed your playing, your accent :), your love of music, your company. If you ever still read comments like this, i hope you're well and happy. :)

[@jamesjames9275]

Things are great on my end, and I hope the same is true for you, my friend.

[@scottmelzer228]

I am a lurker for the most part and enjoy this channel immensely. You do positive work. We all have are moments. When one can reflect on these moments it shows great character. Thank you for your gift to share your love for the guitar. I am in my fifty’s and have picked up and put down the instrument though out my life. Your lessons have reached me though my lack of focus. Thank you for that and turning my stable of one guitar into seven. ✌️

[@RonRuminski]

We’ve all had that moment. It’s a good person to recognize a mistake that was made….a humble person to openly acknowledge it. Love your commentary and your approach to music.

[@robtoc]

agree with you 100%. LOVE this channel!

[@cidlopez]

James - I agree with your sentiments re social media. However, I’ve learned so much guitar playing from you. It helps we like the same bands 😃. I love talking shop with you and the others on your comments page. Please keep up the lessons. On a related note, I like that some of your videos don’t give a step by step lesson and instead make me follow you and and listen to the notes. I feel like it makes me a better player.

[@mr.spaceman7106]

To be honest I agree you, it is important to be kind and help others with this complicated instrument, but man some people go so slowly and in depthly I can't even follow bc it's not just not fluid

[@kerri960]

Yeah I like to throw myself in the deepend sometimes and try and follow along. I feel like it's definitely something that has contributed to my watching of James and all his other vids!

[@markbader4942]

You said it, Cid. James's lessons are great for intermediate level players like myself. I don't need to hear yet another instructor demonstrating the first position of the pentatonic scale. That level of lesson is very important for new players, but James is like, 'hey, you know your chords, know some scales, etc, here's another song you can try'. It's fantastic.

[@johnbarry731]

As has been said, I like getting to see and hear how to play a song in a short video.

[@sagegoodwin1]

Been here since the Privettricker days and learn from every video you do, to play with confidence and train your ear etc and its so much appreciated! Finest guitar / instruction channel on YT imho. Thanks a ton dude!!

[@SeekerGoOn2013]

Hey Guys!! Do you ever feel like JJ was related to you, in a musical sense? Figuring stuff out off of records, piece-by-piece, grabbing information from here and there, “I don’t know what chord that is, but here’s what it looks like.” “The Pete Townsend D” etc. Some theory, some guesswork. It’s the music to be sure, but not just that. Dig?

[@andymoody8363]

100% agree, PT was my favourite channel by far. So pleased to have found it again! Love this guy.

[@louisbelanger8792]

I've been following you for more than 10years ! Tks for everything

[@r00zTa]

I gotta say your one of my favorite people on YT and we have an appreciation for the same music so I thank you for all you do, for us.

[@markbathen5717]

I have learned so much from you.......I play every day.........and I appreciate you and your time! Thank you

[@Robemmet49]

I think people who are good at heart realize when they mess up and then do their best to correct it. It's the A-holes who cannot admit they were wrong. I've been a follower for years James and glad you shared this. PS - my request is.... Hmmmm maybe I will make it later!

[@rikkousa]

It feels great to sincerely apologize to someone. I need to do it more often. I am part of a club where I have learned to make amends and to let go of my resentments. Just when I think I have checked everyone off my list that I may have offended or need to make amends to, I remember others that I still owe…;)

[@johnnycongamusic]

sorry id the world's most under used word- it will always make the victim feel better

[@blindtoby8967]

The music business is full of people who are as you describe.

[@michaelworse6034]

Same here , in fact I‘m following since the PT channel . Great guy , I‘d like to have a couple of beers with him . Even my wife likes his videos . Today he replied to one of my questions. Can‘tbelieve … I feel like I‘m blessed , kinda . Never thought he would .

[@WolfManR6118]

James, I’ve been watching your channel for years and never left a comment before. I just want to say thank you for all your videos. You have taught me so much. I especially love it when you get around to doing songs from The Clash and X.

[@Eriktifft]

I've got a request, can you continue to do whatever songs excite you as long as you want to? I have been watching for years and you are my absolute go-to for accuracy and you have introduced me to so many great songs that I wasn't familiar with before!

[@petermccullagh4612]

Good man! As an irish person you have always done Thin Lizzy justice, as a human being you have spoken for us all the words we werent big enough to speak. We all make mistakes you are bg enough a person to accept. Thank you for your talent and giving, please dont stop growing, you are teaching us more han guitar you know! Rock on brother

[@johnrhyne6015]

James James I love your channel !!! Anyone that doesn’t appreciate your insight and expertise….it’s their loss. If they want personal instruction they Need to pay you. I’m lucky to be good enough to learn what you show. Keep what your doing please you have one of the best channels.

[@plizwiz]

And to think I tuned in to see “oh, which song did JJ suddenly hear in a new way?” 😉 You’re a good person JJ. The proof is in this video right here. Let’s all strive to be better humans. It makes the world a better place. Thank you for this video to improve our humanity and ALL the others where your intent is to make us better guitarists. ✌🏼❤️😎

[@dohyea6093]

Not a guitar lesson, but still a lesson. Thank-you! Your channel is pure gold! We subscribers are very lucky...

[@tesla891]

I usually don’t comment but this was refreshing to hear. I just watch your channel and enjoy your lessons. Well said sir. Peace and love!

[@jansmith6527]

My mom always told me it takes a much bigger person to admit when they make a mistake, a smarter person to learn from this mistake, and an even stronger person to correct the mistake…James your moral compass is doing just fine my friend. Thanks so much for everything!

[@MikeGoughTV]

I am so glad you started doing more lessons. I remember watching some stuff on your old channel wishing it was a lesson. I have learned so much from this channel. Thanks 😊

[@JakobSeidl]

It’s amazing how different things come across when we write them versus how they sound in our heads - btw I enjoy the talking videos.

[@dstella4543]

Don't be too harsh on yourself mate. We all have shit days or make a mistake. Your channel is awesome, you do a great job at bringing people together and opening discussions about the one thing we all love....music!

[@UncleBill732]

You have a great selection of songs. It takes a while to scroll through them all. That was a lot of work for little reward, but it's all appreciated.

[@rockysanthuff7859]

You sir are a Gem. I’ve been butchering guitar for many years. You are a compassionate caring human and such a refreshing soul!! Thank you Sir! I save ALL of your vids and have learned ALOT 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@Bassman46]

I appreciate all your videos, I wish they had KZbin when I started playing in 1964. Thanks for all you do.

[@chasbodaniels1744]

What? You didn’t enjoy endlessly moving the tone arm back until you figured out a passage?

[@steve6465]

Love your channel, you have taught me so many songs and improved my guitar playing

[@generalpurpose6517]

You are such a good guy. I've been watching you for several years. I'm 52 years old and I've been playing guitar since I was 13. But I've learned so much from your videos it's not even funny. The fact that you would take time to make a video like this is just more proof of how cool of a guy you are.

[@deedubslite]

I'll second that.... & I'm 63 years old!

[@SeekerGoOn2013]

I’ll third that and I’m 65!

[@trueblueuk1]

I'll fourth that.... I'm 66!

[@dvfrs3334]

62 here.

[@puskmusk]

Love your videos. So helpful. I’m willing to learn whatever song you want to learn. Keep em coming. Thanks. Also you do have the best guitars and T shirts of all the guitar teachers.

[@Keninoz1]

A good person is one who has insight. It’s always good to get feedback from the teacher - it’s a two-way street for all of us. Love your channel and have learned so many songs that I otherwise still wouldn’t know :).

[@listairgin]

Thanks for your thoughts and words James . And for helping us all to learn the guitar parts to so many songs. You are so very much appreciated. 🌌💕🌠🙋‍♂️

[@dms5154]

I am quite late to this video but let me say this....I am also an old guy who has wasted many years picking up and putting down the guitar and have dedicated these final years of my life to sticking with it. I don't completely concentrate on learning songs, I am studying theory as well since I did play another instrument for many years BUT, when I do look for help to learn a song or songs, I am ALWAYS stoked to see that you, James, have a lesson on that song or songs and I ALWAYS go to your lesson before anyone else because I know, from following you and seeing your lessons, that YOU have the most authentic take and sound on the song and, if you have changed anything about it or prefer a slight variation, you ALWAYS tell us about that. I do sometimes have some difficulty following some passages and have to view over and over and over, but that is because you are so very far advanced from where I am at or maybe ever will be....but THANK YOU for all your efforts, they are so very much appreciated. AND it takes a real person to say what you do in this particular video. I hope you get as much from doing all this work as we viewers are getting from it!! And by saying "also and old guy" I am not referring to YOU...but to some other commenters I read in this thread! Whew!

[@limamarco]

Part of what you said in this video really make me think. The fact that socials were very promising and totally backfired is a fact. The funny thing is that watching your videos contribute to me staying away and forget about Facebook and similar and learn something ways more important, useful and funny like playing guitar.

[@bartdisalvo610]

Appreciate your honesty and your lessons !!

[@dennishanson9529]

James, I appreciate your lessons. THanks for all you do. Keep them coming.

[@fvb08]

Well said! And man, you've been for years and counting the best guitar teacher I've had, since the times of the privettricker channel. The way you translate and communicate the playing and more important the grooves is second to none. Just wanted to thank you for your work, time and dedication through the years!

[@zerozilch]

Music is like therapy and education and I thank you for all the play along session lessons. 😎✌

[@antonioscancariello3564]

Fair play JJ, well done for explaining why it happened! And thank you for all your lessons and tips on guitar playing!

[@trioguitar]

"I'm not particularly special". Well...you sort of are at least a little bit special! Amen to all of your sentiments. I too hate a lot of the crap on social media, and sometimes I too get angry at myself for succombing to the same crap. Yeh, it happens all too easily. I love your channel, it''s a fantastic resource, I'm a child of the 70s, and you've got it pretty well covered. A belated and hearty thank you from me. No requests from me!

[@DAB687]

James, I rarely comment on videos. I love what you do, and people can be the worst. keep on keepin' on, and don't beat yourself up. I have the same issues reading and sending texts. It's often hard to figure out the meaning of what someone says without being able to see them talk, or hear the inflection in their voice. Truly, thank you for what you do. You've taught me so much.

[@John-bw9wu]

Thanks for this. I am a longtime listener and for my time, you are the best. You are my go-to KZbin teacher for most of the stuff I want to learn. And I like the covers. I'm able to pick up the chords for most of the songs you play. Not always, but mostly. Thanks much for your efforts!

[@ARHitYourTarget]

You are the man James! Thank you for your honesty and I love your lessons and have learned a lot. Thanks man. We all fail sometimes, don’t beat yourself up.

[@scottowen1536]

James, I have searched through your list of songs and feel that it must be said, you have put an enormous amount of work into this and we (that benefit need to have the correct respect of your time and energy). Your channel is great and I thank you for all you do.

[@camer0n44]

You're a good guy, it takes real character to admit when we're wrong. I've learnt a lot from you since I started playing guitar

[@xpeditededdie3788]

James, thank you so much for all the great lessons you have posted over the years. You have helped me and many others improve our musicianship tremendously. It's plain to see that you are truly passionate in your efforts and your work is appreciated. You are doing your best.

[@Charlie-nc3kh]

You truly are the best channel on this website when it comes to learning good songs. Thanks for your videos

[@lamgefyoutoob]

Man, I remember when you shut down that first channel. I recall that you were cheesed off about how it all went sour. I love this channel and you help folks a lot. I hope you continue to enjoy it as much as your Subscribers. Thanks man

[@boomerdell]

James, absolutely LOVE your videos for all the reasons others have mentioned. I feel like I'm sitting down with a friend who is being amazingly generous and patient with me; i.e., this friend has no judgment about my novice-level playing ability, wants me to get better and enjoy playing the songs I love so much, and is just so darn kind with his time and talent. You are a positive force for good in this world, my brother, we all know the world needs it now so very, very much. I am so grateful for you and all you do!

[@daveedgeguitar7051]

I always love to watch your videos and am thankful for all who take the time to post as it's free learning and whatever I extract from a post is a bonus to me. Thanks for all you do! It's totally appreciated here.

[@dangir1]

We all make mistakes and I appreciate what your saying. Your right on many points and I love what you do! I truly appreciate your work and shared knowledge!! A big Thank You!!

[@danalmond8966]

Youve just taught a lot of us a greater lesson than anything you could have shown us on guitar. God Bless you brother. Always good to hear from your heart. You’re a good soul. Most of us are deep down.

[@curtiee]

Much respect my man. Keep it up, and thank you for all you do!.

[@paulkatz8169]

JJ - Thank you. Always love your "non-song specific" dialog. Great words!

[@jeffcramer2463]

Dude, I have learned so much from you. I appreciate your humility. There are at least 5 songs on my set list that I learned directly from you. Songs that would have taken forever to figure out. Please keep doing what you do. Thank you so much!!

[@chachiferguson5654]

I have learned a lot of songs from your channel and really appreciate all your work.

[@blinddogrocknroll]

Hands down my favorite channel and guitar instructor. James James, your that man buddy and I love your approach to guitar. Been playing for over 40 years and learn something new from you every month. Thank you so much for your time and effort, it’s greatly appreciated on my end !

[@s2studlys2]

A good person can recognize their mistakes and learn from them. The song selections are what made me watch and your personality and great teaching methods (although maybe tricky for beginners at the start) is fantastic and the reason why I subbed over 10/12 years ago to your first channel. Have a crackin weekend mate and thanks for all the great years and hopefully many many many more :D

[@CraigRadala]

James, I’ve never received anything but a blessing watching and listening to your videos. You are my favorite person to watch when it comes to guitar videos. It is admirable for you to apologize to someone you feel you have wronged or disrespected, especially in the world we live in. It shows your true character. You’re a good man.

[@dswcnn]

Well said. The mark of a quality person is being willing to say you’re sorry. And, FYI, I finally got my colonoscopy done and they removed a huge polyp. A tip of the cap to you on that as well. 👍

[@harperhellems3648]

Well done! I for one waited til I was 53 before I got a colonoscopy because of some classic symptoms. Rectal cancer stage 3. After radiation therapy and chemo, two surgeries (2 1/12" tumor), and another round of chemo here I am 4 years out. I felt healthy and thought I'd live forever. Lesson? Mother Nature doesn't give a fig! Watching this channel really helped me to pass the time. Love it! P.S. Get a colonoscopy!

[@michaelgallagher3640]

Been following your sfuff for ever because of your ear, style & the way you handle your stuff

[@castanzes]

Keep up the great work and thanks for so many songs!!

[@alan717]

Good for you! You were able to recognize that written conversation misses many points such as voice inflections, facial features, etc. that we all use to interpret what is being said to us. I learned that lesson the hard way at work when I did what you did and replied with a smart-ass answer. you cannot tell what the mood of the writer is. kudos to you.

[@bobmccarron4511]

I love what you do! Even if I don't like what song you are doing that day , I find some inspiration scrolling through your channel ! Keep moving forward! Thanks!

[@eddiefay988]

James, you’re a great teacher, and that you give away all this information and share your talent is an amazing gift. I get the vibe, peace/love, and sharing guitar music. Social media can bring out the best and worst in people. I respect that you strive to be better. Sometimes people need a kick in the pants for any number of reasons. And, that kick in the pants can help them become better, too. I love your videos! And, I’m grateful you keep doing them.

[@kevinmalone8903]

You do a great job. If I need to or want to learn a song , I come here. You seem to always have what I’m looking for. I like the play through videos because I’ve been playing for a long time and can pick up what you’re doing pretty quickly and it’s so convenient. Keep it up JJ

[@mikevalentine9556]

I've been following you and lessons for like 7 years. Your the best at showing the songs the way they go in tune with the record...😎✌

[@leftfield70]

Love your channel. You've taught me more than all the other Guitar tuition channels on KZbin combined. Understand some viewers will find certain videos harder to follow, especially beginners but for the more intermediate or more advanced players your videos are exemplary. Keep up the great work!

[@JoseMartinez-vr9xr]

Thank you for being so honest and caring enough to even post for our benefit. We all should learn from your example to lighten up, take responsibility for mistakes and move on. I am just a ham-handed strummer and stumbled across you a few years ago and stayed for the no-nonsense lessons for songs I love. So, again, thank you for being here and being you.

[@yorrick1971]

You're a good man, James James, and this is a great channel that I always come back to. Your presentation style and enthusiasm are great.

[@stevemaxwell3599]

I hope you keep doing these lessons/demos, I've enjoyed your page for years

[@petert7464]

Thanks James. So many years of inspiration from you. Keep the faith mate. From one of your (no doubt many) fans from Down Under.

[@davisworth5114]

James you are a great teacher and I appreciate your humility.

[@kingoscari3999]

Learned a lot listening and watching over the years. Thank you! ☘️🌻

[@PaulKennedy5]

Newcomer to your channel and it is fabulous. I also love the fact that you talk to us as peers. The best but of this video is you noodling normal chords like us mere mortals!!! You do a fabulous thing here, press on

[@saksuthsakan5500]

Very honorable of you. Your doing a great job. You are one of my references. Keep it up and more power to you.

[@sober1biker]

That’s what make a person great not all the talent an ability but, humility an honesty as with most virtues I don’t naturally possess but merely practice like all the songs you show us.. Thanx pal

[@timcavanaugh1167]

Hey JJ that was very heartfelt. I enjoy your channel very much. It is a great escape and it helps a guy like me who sucks at the guitar get a little better each time I watch you. Peace and love my brother.

[@technonarg5978]

Thanks for your honesty. I get a lot from your videos,and even if I can't learn the whole song I always learn something. Just keep doing what you want it's your channel. :-)

[@ZoneOneRadio]

Nothing but respect from me James. I too owe it to you, for me picking up the guitar again in 2013 after many, many years of not playing. You have definitely inspired me and countless others. Peace, love.

[@notchuckmead8619]

JJ/PT I appreciate you Don’t be too hard on yourself Some of us are natural jerks, others have to work at it! Looking forward to many more lessons and positivity

[@brettmidd2250]

No resent here mate, just appreciate all you do. You’ve taught me heaps of songs I didn’t think I would ever be able to play. Peace & Love ✌️

[@markh.2899]

It takes a real stand-up man when he admits when he's wrong-much respect!

[@trplindy6384]

Don’t be so hard on yourself James, your contribution to this channel is amazing and your method translates to me easier than most I have seen. Keep it up man man !!

[@OU812O]

Relax JJ.... Remember text, emails etc... Don't have personality, no matter how many smiles you put at the end you'll never please everyone... Keep up the good work, I'm glad I found your channel 😁

[@muckaxe]

It can be so hard to stay considerate and compassionate when there’s so many different people talking and all they appear as is text on a screen. I appreciate all you do and have taught me and others.

[@mikecooper9507]

Love your channel. I've learned so much.

[@rmaizel8266]

You seem to be a really good guy! Very kind to the KZbin family. Thanks for all the work you do.... it’s so much fun

[@joefriday714]

Thank you for your postings. They are a gift. They have helped and inspired me for years now. I’m certain many others as well. All the best.

[@UCANGROOVE]

Hey JJ… Also been a huge fan since the PT days…You have given so much to the music community for so many years. You are amazing, talented, entertaining, and super educational. You are truly appreciated. Thank you for everything that you do.

[@biosciencetech]

My attitude is this. Love you. Love your channel. If you are playing it then it’s a great song. At the very least I will learn a new chord or technique. And you are funny and entertaining always! What you do is hard and takes a ton of time. You are so appreciated!!!

[@markhaze8684]

Greetings from Italy...I want you to know that your videos are really appreciated.I thank you for sharing your guitar experience with people who love music and play guitar.Cheers!

[@munsonHOF]

Dude you are great. Taking the time and having the humility to admit your shortcomings is a sign of real strength. Peace.

[@STVG71]

I really find it hard as well to read tone into typed comments (I struggle with this at work with email quite a bit too) and sometimes the poster can't win. Post an innocent comment and it gets taken the wrong way, post an innocent comment and include a winky face emoji and that gets taken the wrong way. I applaud your courage to make this video and it is just another learning experience we all have to go through. Thank you for taking the time to do what you do. Your channel has been very educational in my guitar side of life.

[@Nickpaflas]

My theory is that's why emojis were created. I find them cringey and embarrasing, but I use them for exactly that purpose.

[@BillMcGirr]

Good stuff. You’re not the only one who can perhaps be less than patient or caring and understanding on the internet and comments as we would hope to be. It takes a man (or woman) to admit and take responsibility for their inevitable mistakes. You’re one of my favorite guitar channels. Just be you… and try your best to be honest and kind if possible. Good stuff. Rock on always.🎸👍🥃😊

[@jeffanderson8384]

Dude! Great video. Thanks for the honesty and self reflection. Todays lesson - kindness and understanding.

[@marksellers9747]

I almost never leave comments but I have learned so many songs that I love here. I can't remember how many songs you Demo first and then break them down; but those are good for me as it gives me a choice of just watching and learning or if I need more info then I can watch the breakdown. But regardless I'm grateful for all the tunes that I've learned here. Keep it up

[@maximustwinpeaks7554]

James you've been doing great job for many years. We're all only human. I started watching you on your previous channel and I still enjoy and learn from your videos. Pure music stuff, no bs. Keep up the good work, cheers!

[@mikestackhousemusic]

James, well said. I actually told someone to watch your stuff the other day. I've been watching for a few years or so and even songs that don't apply to my own stuff allows me to see how other players approach their songs and helps me improve the way I look at my stuff. Thanks for all you do.

[@j.r.242]

I too have a love/hate with social media. But I’m glad I found your channels through it.

[@joegrandi4803]

I truly enjoy your posts, and want to thank you for demonstrating civility and humility. Two behaviors which are so sadly absent and very needed in social media.

[@negocios0rsk]

You given so much!! You’re allowed to be human!! Thanks for all you do.

[@jpgr06]

I have always enjoyed your videos. I Have learned many songs on your channel. Continue to do what you do. 👍👍👍