Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head (Fingerstyle)

[@brianthompson2089]

The low end equalization makes it sound like a bass player is with you.

[@dcj991]

Seriously though. Haven't heard a guitar sound this rich in the low end. It's usually kinda airy

[@banjokastooie]

Sounds more like an octaver is being used here. Probably limited only to E and A string.

[@lulube11e111]

@@banjokastooie highly doubt that. I think he playing in drop d. Nylon guitars have warm sound. This one is recorded with piezo pick-up and probably using EQ in preamp

[@banjokastooie]

@@lulube11e111 Listen again. There are two clear notes going on for each bass note. Piezo pickup signals can be split by the string if desired.

[@walterfingerstyle]

Thank you all for checking it out! The low end on strings E and A are generated by a special circuit board installed on my Godin, which adds an extra layer on top of the original sound but an octave lower.

[@objectjon9015]

One of the most iconic movie montages in history

[@johnpaulnash8144]

Butch & Sundance. Great film. Yes the bicycle scene and music were classic.

[@S_L__]

This song reminds me of watching Spiderman 2 as a kid. Feeling so nostalgic. 🙂

[@МенязовутКоломбо-щ9ъ]

"Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" for me)

[@S_L__]

@@МенязовутКоломбо-щ9ъ 😀👍

[@yanomarselino115]

Same

[@RichM1967]

I've been playing for 30 years and can't even imagine playing as good as you. Well done.

[@kidjecl]

I was about to sleep and then "Walter Rodrigues Jr just uploaded a video". Never-mind. Guess I'll have to listen to this a hundred times. Truly amazing and utterly beautiful arrangement. Your playing brilliantly on point as always. I never get tired of this. Much love.

[@walterfingerstyle]

Ha! Thanks so much :)

[@oiudatropen9548]

Moon Talker this is awful. Guy plays right notes at right time, but has no artistry at all. May as well just feed the sheet music into a computer and get a better result.

[@susieq7751]

@@oiudatropen9548 dumba**

[@emans6-v1l]

@@oiudatropen9548 somebody's jealous haha

[@Carovius]

@@oiudatropen9548 : You are devoured by envy. Show what you do.

[@pihermoso11]

your skill has reached a level where you don't have to buy another guitar again.... (the best guitars should just be given to you for free)... amazing

[@WaySub949]

I usually play your music while i eat with family...thank you good sir!

[@s0000ak]

i do the same!!

[@kristopherhenderson1051]

You seem very polite.

[@Bildad1976]

What a very cool idea! Thank you!

[@jadenjacobcomedy6237]

That's really beautiful 🙏 good idea🤞

[@hitsonacousticguitar]

Not only the voicings and melodies are great, but the swing of your right hand is flawless.

[@maxgemstone7257]

*Casually bites hot dog while watching a police car chase*

[@minoo2949]

I understood that reference!

[@carloscarlos7044]

I don't , please run it down for me

[@minoo2949]

@@carloscarlos7044 in spider man 2, this song was playing in the background of a scene, where Peter was eating a hotdog while a police car chase was happening

[@carloscarlos7044]

@@minoo2949 thank you . It's a generational thing because I associate this song with Butch Cassidy and the Sundance kid

[@djbtf2753]

*PIZZA TIME*

[@LockyGames]

These chords at 2:28 are crazy damn I can't stop listening to that part

[@nguyentriluan3334]

me too

[@siulunglee]

yeah this is the beauty of jazz and especially finger style jazz, jazz voicing and inversion pattern take years for people to build up and Walter is one good demonstrator !! Good job Walter !!

[@jtandme-ot9cl]

Beautiful

[@marcialjimenez1561]

E mesmo

[@Audeladesapparences]

Bonjour de France ! Merci pour cette belle interprétation et pour ce nouveau partage très plaisant. C'est toujours un grand plaisir de vous voir jouer. Bonne journée à vous et à votre famille. Jean-Jacques. Note. "Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head" is a song written by Hal David and Burt Bacharach for the 1969 film Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. The song has been covered very numerous times. In 1970 it was covered in French by French singer Sacha Distel, whose version ”Toute La Pluie Tombe Sur Moi”.

[@nevereatencake]

This was some of the nicest 3 minutes I've spent on the internet, great arrangement!

[@jacksonb8123]

I can play Smoke on the Water on the E string

[@budandbean1]

@JBurgs03 Classic! 👍🏼 😊

[@DevanBishop]

Best comment I’ve ever read lol

[@samett9693]

That's enough for be virtuoso

[@walterfingerstyle]

Haha! :)

[@jacksonb8123]

Walter Rodrigues Jr Thanks for sharing your music with the world and for replying to my comment!!

[@stevedouglas7375]

For a while now I've spent most of my time listening to and watching Gypsy jazz players doing some unworldly things on guitar. It's phenomenal. Their speed and accuracy is incredible. However, I'll take the beautiful guitar playing of Walter Rodrigues Jr over them because of the love and beauty he puts into his playing. Walter's playing is special and spiritual indeed.

[@donnymac575]

Wow! That's the best rendition of that tune that I've ever heard.

[@c0nk2879]

Raindrops are falling from my eyes, Walter..... You really did this one so perfectly... Simply awe inspiring.... So beautiful, man, I love it .... I love it. Thank you. I'm a studying jazz guitarist In college right now and this has deeply, deeply inspired and moved me. Wonderful

[@jeffreygranger6913]

Best wishes to you!

[@c0nk2879]

So, you have any albums out? I'd buy them in a heartbeat :)

[@Nedwin]

Walter's smile tells it all 👍

[@SuperKojak2009]

Hi. I'm a professional drummer so I appreciate great music. You play amazing guitar. Absolutely love listening to your playing. I love Raindrops Keep falling on my head. You have great feel. Thank you for bringing joy to my world and many others. Andy From London England.

[@inthemix]

This is such a wonderful rendition and performance, thank you for sharing it with the world!

[@andyzhou8151]

Good vids btw

[@theGoogol]

This is remarkable ... an excellent translation / rendition, keeping true to the original. I'm amazed and certainly entertained.

[@AudibleBro]

This man's mastery of harmony and flow is astounding. Always amazed!

[@omiboimusic7123]

This is exactly what I listen to whenever I go to a coffee shop now. It's my go to, it's so soothing! One of the baristas at my local Starbucks noticed I always have my earphones in listening to the same video on youtube whenever I'm sat in, and when I shared with them what it was, the next time i went in and ordered my caramel mac, I noticed this was playing!! Awesome job on this dude. The most relaxing cover of this song i've heard and I love it!!

[@charliewhelan9488]

What an awesome story!

[@johnchancey3941]

I thought your rendition of "Isn't She Lovely?" was the greatest thing ever, then I see this! This touched my soul, sir. Beautiful sound, masterfully done.

[@smoraes2039]

This song comforts me in moments of worry that flood my mind and sometimes suffocate me, it seems that I will not stand. This song reminds me that one hour everything will pass. And with this arrangement on the guitar, it was even more beautiful. Thank you very much!! 🇧🇷

[@walterfingerstyle]

Dear Silas, I'm so humbled by your message and glad to hear the song makes you feel better. I pray for God's blessings over every area of your life 🙏 Thank you!

[@smoraes2039]

@@walterfingerstyle Amen, thank you 🙏🙏😇☺️

[@reeffeeder]

The pure skill in your playing is remarkable. Beautiful.

[@daniilmorillo5326]

and he can do it while maintaining a smile which is something I can never do without drooling

[@davidelima8850]

Ho potuto dare solo un pollice in sù, ma se potevo non smettevo per 3 minuti.. FANTASTICO!!!

[@bonespiel]

Every detail is so beautiful. You always seem to make such incredible arrangements that sooth my soul. I close my eyes and feel your music gently wash over me and bring a sense of peace. Thank you for sharing!

[@garyheller62]

Listening to this again today (maybe the 500th time) I was appreciating the reharmonization. Brilliant job!

[@sp4gsus]

The reharms are so refreshing and so well executed. You are such an inspiration Walter.

[@Stringzippy]

This guy is my new favourite player. Normally I'm listening to rock guitarists but this guy takes it to a new level. Incredible. A guitar master

[@Bryan011993]

How peaceful your face looked at the end of the video. I really enjoyed you interpretation

[@stagesixx]

Even if he plays it over and over, it never gets old.

[@Darkalen]

How does anyone thumbs down this? It's gorgeous.

No es fácil hacer un cover y que suene tan bien como el original, o sin que suene a una copia del original. No es fácil hacer que uno escuche la guitarra, y de alguna manera mágica nos lleve no a un recuerdo, no, sino a un mundo en el que no hemos vivido, pero que sabemos que es un mundo mejor, uno que añoramos profundamente. Sí, escuchar a Walter Rodrigues Jr. es un poquito como ser transportados por unos minutos al paraíso. ¡Mil gracias por embellecer el mundo con tu música!

[@Ralph85Williams85]

An orchestra coming out of just one guitar .. masterpiece!

[@patriceboccacci4019]

Ah le génie de l'artiste ! Toujours donner l'air que tout est d'une simplicité enfantine alors que votre jeu est d'une subtilité rare et vos harmonies très sophistiquées ! Chaque fois que je recherche un arrangement intéressant c'est toujours vers vous que je reviens et je ne suis jamais déçu ! Vous magnifiez ces standards avec clarté sans jamais surcharger la mélodie, bien au contraire ! Vous savez la sertir sans jamais l'étouffer ! Merci ! Continuez encore et encore !

[@holycowjustwow]

Loving it Walter! The way you make it look so effortless everytime, baffles me.

[@MarkBlackburnWPG]

WALTER RODRIGUES JR. - Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head The artist who made “Raindrops” famous, Billy Joe Thomas left us last month, just shy of his 79th birthday. Best known for turning this song (one of the best from Burt Bacharach and Hal David) into the 'first No. 1 hit of the 1970s'. B.J's original version topped the charts for months, sold 2 million copies, and was the 'Song of the Year' Grammy winner (1971). I'm a co-religionist of his (he was a devout Catholic)and I imagine B.J. looking down (listening in) and saying with a chuckle: “I had to wait to get to heaven before I finally heard THIS - best ever guitar version!” Really, this is the finest imaginable arrangement for six strings - so fresh in its approach, so 'orchestral' in its delivery. And chock full of chord substitutions that could only be conceived and played by Walter. Those long supple fingers actually make it look easy. 'Artless, they used to say of such genius: You watch and think, 'With practice maybe I could play that.” Oh no you can't! Walter Rodrigues Jr. is an 'original.' He doesn't have any apparent influences. My life-long guitar hero Chet Atkins was that way. (As a singer, so was Ray Charles - nobody 'influenced' him). The approach you see here is pure Walter Rodrigues Jr. The simplest harmonic that any guitarist plays for the first time is - on the high E-string. Love it that Walter chooses to end this deceptively simple masterpiece in that very way. The final note. Simply perfect! Thanks for sharing, Walter. [The best jazz guitar rendition of ALL THE THINGS YOU ARE. Walter's. Re-celebrated this night at [search] " Great Melody, Great Lyric, Great Rendition, Songwriting Workshop, Harmony Central " -- this one in case you haven't seen it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mYe4mJihdtygetE

[@sudanjackson]

Amen, brother. This was amazing. The ease with which you play is hypnotising - truly gifted. And might I add: Godin makes a mighty fine instrument. To top it off, nicely recorded, clear, crisp, very distinct low-end without being muddy. Kudos to you sir.

[@Brunoo9312]

Just listening to this and seeing his face, how he really enjoys what he's playing and listening from his guitar. That's so freaking relaxing.

[@jonbob2812]

Wow this is absolutely incredible! And some of those voicings too, amazing sir.

[@OskarLyMusic]

I often listen to this when I'm sad or stressed out and it brings so much joy and peace to my life. Thank you Walter for sharing such an amazing talent of yours with the world. Not to mention how sick the arrangement and interpretation are. How can a guitar sound like that?... man... this is truly incredible. Hugs!

[@walterfingerstyle]

Thank you!

[@Turnpost2552]

Same, I would say the same thing. Thank you.

[@tomcamuglia-may6668]

And always with a smile, this man never fails to amaze me

[@zainali-lm4zr]

I heard this man playing this on the street and it was so beautiful. And smooth, it's amazing how you can get such skilled people just playing in public to make some change

[@thegee-tahguy4877]

This should be called Raindrops Keep Soulful Inversions Falling On My Head

[@tombicknell9165]

Soulful inversions keep falling on my head**

[@katsu-graphics5634]

I've been playing since about 1972, was at my best around 1988-94, I watch you, and my fingers are cramping up just watching the chord progressions. . . .Beautiful job, skillful, smooth,. . .my new favorite music video.

[@josephgiustiniani2834]

Are there any songs that you play that sound lousy...? You are so good at making a guitar sing...… Keep it coming Walter. You inspire many of us to be better players.

[@TrevorHuntMusic]

SO GLAD KZbin recommended this. Beautiful job Walter!

[@jeffa6780]

My kind of guitar playing, fingerstyle! That's the only thing for me. Beautiful song!

[@cmccocc232]

The voicing at 1:10 always gives me chills, thanks for giving me a beautiful tune to listen back on these past 2 years

[@estudiomarcosprado]

Te ver tocar tão bonito assim é inspirador pra mim, mesmo com a estima baixa pela pandemia, a gente anima a fazer música...a não desistir! Obrigado!

[@miguelvillegas5114]

English is not my first language, so I have no means to express how your arrangement has impressed me. I can only mutter words like 'awesome', 'moving', 'tender'... quite a beautiful render of a classic piece.

[@vandeko1]

Miguel, o Walter é do Brasil e portanto você poderia ter escrito em espanhol mesmo.

[@郭子勋]

amazing tone, especially the bass notes, love that!

[@SatanAzerath]

This gives a more light-hearted feel to the song. Really changes the whole emotion of the song. Even with the lyrics intact, I'm still getting a whole different meaning.

[@silviomp]

Cara, sensacional! Som limpo, suave, preciso, interpretação agradabilíssima, destaque da melodia de em relação acompanhamento. Lindo!! Parabéns!!

[@StoneMane]

I just whispered "wow" to myself when I finished watching your video. This was such a heartfelt rendition and it's perfect to ehar and unwind with after a long day. Thanks for this, Walter!

[@etram521]

FINALLY!!! Been waiting for months! Thank you Walter!

[@fweddyfwintsone4491]

Sir, you were truly blessed with an amazing talent. Thanks for sharing it with us.

[@artandguitarmusic]

ditto

[@aussiedadreviews]

Those production values are zooming Walter. Excellent. Oh, and these arrangement is beautiful and perfectly delivered buddy 👍🏼😎✅

[@paulocuento9949]

sir. just wanna say thank you for the music you play. its these songs that my father loved. i wish i knew your channel earlier and perhaps showed him when he was still around.. but at least i get to listen to these and remember him.

[@walterfingerstyle]

Thank you Paulo 🙏🏻

[@eduardobernardesdemelo5636]

Tô até vendo o Paul Newman, Robert Redford e a Katherine Ross naquela bicicleta kkkk! Que maravilha e valeuuu 🤗.

[@yuryurbanovich3376]

Класс! Заворожило! Последний флажолет вывел из транса 😁

[@wozadamada]

I wasn't expecting that. Beautiful job thanks for uploading!

[@pedros.cabrales9844]

Musician that can inspire. I love the music and the musician's soul and style.

[@dasom_live]

Hi~😁 I uploaded your "Thank you for the music" last week. This week, I'm practicing "Raindrops keep fallin' on my head." I like your music!! Thank you for sharing~❣

[@DeclanProud]

This can't fail to put a smile on anyone's face. Three minutes out of your day to brighten it up, absolutely worth it.

[@nylonguitar]

Such a great piece to perform. Nice and smooth Walter. Loved it! Thanks for posting.

[@MrDavidvisagie]

The man knows how to stroke a guitar. Nice jazzy chords. Bravo.

[@ME-ru4hv]

Class. Also tone! Also range!! What a sweet tune and guitar ☂️

[@LargestClassifieds]

It's not just the technique. Passion tops it all. Good job. Love this version.

[@juvesa3669]

wow mi cerebro estalla como si fuera aniversario de independencia, excelente maestro Walter muy bello...

[@LargestClassifieds]

Splendid performance of a great old classic. You brought it back to people of this generation. Well done.

[@paulojorgeshow]

Maravilhoso!!! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 Paulo Jorge - Foz do Iguaçu Brasil 🇧🇷😉

[@Matteo77777]

Absolutely flawless. The Lord has blessed you with truly incredible talent.

[@amologopati6202]

Thank you for the beautiful sounds good sir👍🙏💯

[@Rhodes-im3uz]

I remember hearing the intro arrangement decades ago. I don't remember where I heard it or who arranged it, but I felt very nostalgic.

[@rickb1973]

Burt Bacharach: Oh I've got a new song.... You (musician): Oh great, what are the chords? Burt: All of them...

[@SlowToe]

Those finger stretches made seem effortless, bravo. Wonderful playing.

[@op-1g.s]

First time I’ve heard this song was in the Spider-Man movie. Nice play 👍🏽

[@jpm199]

What about butch cassidy and the sundance kid

[@jeffreygranger6913]

@@jpm199 Yeah.

[@lazydog1964]

I can remember as a young boy in the 60s, 1969 I believe chasing the is cream truck in Fort Hood Tx if we had a nickel and this song was always playing from the truck. Brings a tear.

[@sharp7450]

HOLLY MOLLY MACARRONI WITH PEPERONI, THIS WAS A W E S O M E!!!!!!!!

[@ruivog]

Beautifully, elegantly played.

[@Asmrvin333]

The intro gave me Zelda’s lullaby vibes.

[@luchiboy]

I think can just listen to your guitar playing all weekend. Been listening for over a year and everytime i feel like I'm young again in a safe carefree bubble for the duration of your playing. Nostalgic and pure bliss, something everyone deserves. Thanks Walter

[@davieee3954]

Sou do Brazil

[@Asdfbedffhdsxe345]

This just warms my heart...what a beautiful soul

[@imothy]

About halfway through I was thinking, "there's an octave pedal on the E and A strings" checked comments to confirm!

[@timdebekker3827]

PLEASE put this on Spotify, love it!

[@thespectator2976]

im going to burn my guitar and sub your channel instead.

[@jeffreygranger6913]

Ladies and gentlemen, yet one more that's going to burn his guitar. Practice, dude! Do YOU!

[@hardlines2635]

Comparison is the enemy of success.

[@johntravena119]

Love the counterpoint/counter-rythms. Always loved this song but never heard anybody swing it like that. Nice!

[@yahwehagape]

First couple chords sounded like Ocarina of Time

[@hopefullylost4012]

One of the best arrangements I heard.

[@sanyo_neezy]

Pure joy in your face and my heart

[@jellyfishjack4534]

Every time this guy takes on a classic he totally destroys it. Looking forward to even more great content as always

[@thunderbirdted]

Man, I have been playing over 50 years, so I hope it means something when I say you are world class - beautiful.

[@wallacegrommet9343]

Jazzed up that song with great delicacy and taste

[@angelalexis6543]

The feeling you transmit when playing is undoubtedly a divine gift, thank you for your music.

[@CummingsKevinD]

I’m amazed at your coolness! The lawlessness of that amazes me. The audacity you possess!! Also the love. Thank you, sir.

[@suryanihen9462]

That song so wornderfull and even you played it with guitar make more... ughh i don't know what to say ... you played it like and my days always cheerfull

[@statusinhibition]

This is just so soothing. Brings you back to those relaxing good O'l normal days.. :)

[@Gladyos29]

Thank you Mr. Walter Rodrigues Jr. God bless you.

[@AZERALSTEELE]

People are so talented. Beautiful man!