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[@HumanAction76]

I can't sing, I don't play any instruments, and have no idea how to read/write music, but I do love to listen to music. Rick, you give me a deeper appreciation for the music I love, and you introduced me to music I never listened to before and enjoy now. You make the music world a better place.

[@warloshernandez]

As a musician I have appreciation for people like you that they cant play an instrument but have the ear and ability to enjoy a good musical piece.

[@grantleighton5346]

^What Henry says...all day long!^

[@TerrySmith1953]

Good heavens! I was just about to post a comment when I saw yours which just about word-for-word reflects my opinion too. Sometimes I have no idea what Rick is talking about when he is deep into musical theory. But the musical doors he has opened for me as a listener are more than work it. Don't quit Rick!

[@kc510]

Same here! Love this channel. I try to play guitar occasionally but I’m hopeless.

[@karlottersberger]

Same words, Henry! I even learn and improve my english with Rick. I hope he knows how much he's giving to everyone.

[@Table-Top]

You're not just a music teacher, or creating music appreciation, you're a good *storyteller and a good orator* . Thats a big reason for your success.

[@davenichollsmusiclife]

Yep, wot he sed yeah!!! 😊😘

[@TheSilverGate]

Exactly, you need charisma too

[@johndelta00]

@@TheSilverGate Subject matter is nearly irrelevant when it comes to youtube success. Charisma, charm, energy, the ability to (genuinely) convey excitement to the audience is what a content creators success hangs on.

[@melodicdreamer72]

Scotty Kilmer is a good example too...his information and message is pretty much the same, but he's fun to watch with his delivery and hands flailing :). Rick can keep his content interesting for years to come.

[@ZachMcCordProg]

Lol Rick's the cool uncle I never had 😂

[@SiFi5478]

Maybe 5-7 years if it's a gimmicky channel, but you're the real deal Rick. The joy for music that you radiate is still like that of a little kid..it's infectious! Never change mate, and thank you x

[@SW-by9ob]

Exactly this. Rick's content isn't something people are going to get bored of and his videos will continue to get views for many years to come even if he chooses to stop creating content. Real deal, 100%

[@Supergrunged]

You missed one point here. The internet doesn't forget, and while you may quit in the future, there still will be other generations stumbling onto your wholesome videos. Thank you for the music lessons, and leaving a legacy for many others to enjoy!

[@stephenhale6930]

Absolutely!!

[@gabrielpaiva9070]

With no doubt!!

[@Bluesman78]

6 years later and you have the best music channel on the tube!!!

[@BobbyGeneric145]

That sadly earns no money for him and loads for others.

[@valebliz]

@@BobbyGeneric145 doubt

[@hellodumplings8564]

Debatable

[@LuisGarcia-re8jh]

you scared me man!!! thought this was it! what I would do without this channel, I do not know, but what I do know is that WE APPRECIATE all you do here!!!! THANK YOU!!!!

[@MumbyHitsDrums]

I thought the same thing man. I was bracing myself, lol.

[@AnthonyAnzer]

Same!

[@Andrew_M_Ward]

Exactly, I was pretty nervous to open the video...

[@msreesebarrett]

Sounds like a clickbait title. I mean I’m a fan and all but the title was misleading.

[@MGM1105]

Me too!!

[@GarySchiltz]

Rick's greatest gift is the ability to sit there and do monologues that make it seem that he's your best buddy just shooting the breeze with you. All the while teaching, challenging, playing, reacting to other music. It's a rare gift.

[@Hunter-uz2mu]

It’s been an honor going through this journey with you for the past 6 years! As a 27 year old audio engineer, does this mean I can have your compressor? :)

[@steveroe7083]

Here's a man with encyclopedic knowledge, tremendous talent and that has interviewed, played with and worked with music industry legends - yet speaks with absolute candor on self-doubt over his career evolution. This channel doesn't just teach you about music, it teaches you about life.

[@maxpayne4129]

Well said 👍

[@justhavi8279]

Wholeheartedly agree.

[@adamkozakiewicz6766]

How can you grow if you lose all self-doubt? Self-doubt is good as long as it doesn't overwhelm you. It enables you to spot and fix your weak points.

[@noahfischel5164]

There is only one source of media that I trust 100%. That I know has no bias, is educational, emotional, honest, and just genuinely entertaining. It’s hard to find a source of media that hits all those boxes, but this channel does it. Rick is every bit of a super star as the people he’s worked with.

[@skeet1441]

any conversation with a 60 year old teaches you about life 😄

[@jacksondavies1451]

Hey Rick, don’t know if you’ll see this but I have something awesome to share. I wanted to go into music theory because of your videos, so I did. Now I’m in college in music theory. I was talking to my professor about your videos and he said that you were his professor when he went into college. What are the odds of that?

[@thesuncollective1475]

Well done man that's inspirational. I was a musician but beyond the basics I don't know much. I feel a spiritual connection to Rick and he introduces me to great music I never knew about. He has such diverse tastes he's great. He done an interview with my hero John Scofield ..freakin' awesome channel!

[@thepagecollective]

I started writing and recording music about five years ago, and Beato taught me how music works, how Jazz works. I had been in bands all my life but never knew this stuff.

[@theloyalorderofclassictv5435]

Rick - you are more than a youtuber - you've brought your show on the road, so you can do what you do best here, but live and unrestricted - it's like you're part showman, part teacher - and I don't think there's anything better than that.

[@jamesslick4790]

👍😊👍

[@gabrielpaiva9070]

Yeah, Rick to me you're more than just a KZbinr you're like an accompanying buddy sometimes.

[@Hoigwai]

The big thing that makes me watch you is your joy for music. Even in songs you don't like so much you can find elements that are interesting or give an opinion of how it could be better. I appreciate that a lot.

[@jamesslick4790]

👍😊👍

[@niptodstan]

I’m 63 and my back has gone. I suffer with bad anxiety and depression. I live on my own and see no future. I’ve been self employed since I was 30 and can barely work now. Perhaps it’s time for me to change. I don’t know what I will do, but perhaps I can? You’re such an inspiration to people Rick.

[@bimscutney1242]

I have a lot of experience like yourself. I was on disability for several years due to mental health. I had a super hard time choosing which direction to go next. My head spiraled with choices and I would freeze up and have anxiety attacks. I think a good way is to just choose a direction and start. Even if it’s not your optimal choice. You’ll meet new people and have experiences on the way that’ll start to open up options for you. Maybe things you never even thought of. And if it isn’t working out it’s not permanent. Start looking again and just go. Keeping moving has been key for me. Literally the thing that got me going again was just applying for a job near me and they called me the same day to come in. I was hired that day. Not a big job, just part time, and not where I want to be but it keeps me moving and engaged and really helps with self esteem. I didn’t think I’d like the job much but I ended up liking it but I’m not staying for any significant amount of time. A lot of businesses will and in most cases must accommodate you if you have physical disabilities. That’s just my two cents and might not work for everybody. Good luck sir.

[@margaretmcglynn5077]

Mental health stuff is hard, Larry. Sending you lots of love and support. It will get better. Stick around so you can enjoy it. We feel you!

[@danbailey2964]

Rick, what you are doing is increasing the musical IQ of everyone who takes your content seriously. Thank you. If music could write, it should write you a 'thank you' note!

[@gugy68]

True. I love music but totally ignorant about the process of creation. When Rick breaks apart all the process and details, it's pretty cool and gives me a profound respect to musicians that create great stuff.

[@g-shack3655]

So well spoken. I never heard the word "Sus" until I watch one of Rick's videos. Lol. How he keeps track of all those notes and idiosyncrasies is astonishing.

[@davidcoons89]

There is indeed a ‘thank you’ button you can use to support this content creator!

[@robertakerman3570]

@@g-shack3655 G- One thing I didn't kno; Rick sometimes is a talent scout. He's sent Me to research artists that never seen the light of day.

[@travisnorman]

Well said, Dan! 😉

[@sanjeevmraman]

Excellent introspection Rick. I was an amateur “musician” like every kid growing up in the 80s and 90s in India who wanted to be a rock guitarist. My “calling” was of course, medicine, so I went through the long and arduous educational path of becoming a physician and in that process, migrated to the US about 20 years ago. I’m now in my mid 40s, faculty at a prestigious medical school, and a transplant physician who loves what he does for work. However through the travails of the pandemic, and life, I have enjoyed your channel greatly, for all the reasons you mention in this video. I’ve come to the realization over these past years that music has always been my first love, and medicine my love and sustenance. When colleagues are surprised that I play guitar reasonably well and joke that I could’ve had an alternate career if I wanted, I always laugh it off by saying that “it’s better that I am a good physician than a mediocre musician”, but sometimes I wonder…

[@andyglamrock]

I'm 45 (picture was taken 10 years ago) and I can totally relate. Success and talent don't go hand in hand. You chose the best path for you at the time and a relatively secure way to make a living. Music isn't a career unless you earn a college degree in it and still isn't a viable, secure livelyhood. And we all have music within us, everybody can make a killer song knowing very little theory and harmony. Just keep working and playing knowing you won't have to suffer the uncertainty of a struggling musician's life. You've got the best of both worlds. There are plenty of extremely talented musicians busking, and very mediocre performers in mansions.

[@rahul581]

As a final year med student in India wanting to move to the US for residency, a lover of rock music and an enthusiast of this channel as well , it is so cool to hear this from you sir. Trust me one major reason I wanted to move to the States was to be close to the "music", I so admire. I've been fairly passionate about music myself throughout my life and really wish I could explore it on the side in the future, but truly believe medicine is my calling. I really really relate to what you described. It was lovely seeing this comment. :')

[@buckjofiden4804]

How do you get a guitarist off your front porch? Pay him for the pizza…

[@annmarieknapp2480]

College professor here a bit older than you, but a Gen Xer. Thank you for all that you do to save lives. I love writing and have written a novel and nearly finished my sequel. I know the publishing industry for novelists is like the music industry. I know how hard it is. Keep playing your music, you never know. But, you have done so much good in your life and career. For me it's educating thousands over last 20+ years. I get it. Just know you've done so much good. And it's never too late. Thank you so much for all you've done!

[@ScottSmithPiano]

Yeah. I can't believe all the different things I've been: Truck driver. Technical writer. Programmer. Manager. It has been a progression. We're the same age, Rick. And we see it the same way. Although I certainly will never say never. If something else comes along, I'll take it. I might start working from home a little more some day after this Management gig is over. Take care. Hope you keep posting on KZbin. Namaste.

[@tombuck]

I had no idea about your academic background- it totally explains why you’re so good at making complicated concepts seem so simple.

[@WilliamCHyland]

Don't kid yourself. There are legions of OK to very poor teachers. Rick has a gift for explaining complicated things in a way that lets even non-musicians can understand.

[@WoockerSocket2]

When he said " like that " I really understood everything

[@toadjam12000]

@@WilliamCHyland This is the truth!

[@algallego]

I agree, I do enjoy Mr. Beato's videos and would gladly be his generous benefactor if I had the kind of money to do such! I'd go and buy John Beaudin, over at Rock History Music, a much needed new computer, too!

[@algallego]

@@WilliamCHyland I have issues regarding "OK to POOR teachers" who think they're worthy of fetching top rates for their "lessons"-- especially, the ones who condescendingly, nearly spit on your face while trying to justify the rates they charge and the policies that entrench them into their crooked business practices! Please don't perceive that I think of Mr. Beato as I hold him in pretty high regard, while comparing others to him that I despise! Any student of Rick Beato's would be in a very privileged or fortunate position to receive the kind of instruction I imagine he provides to any of his students!

[@skay1992]

We love your 4th career, Rick Let's take you far past 7 years. You don't have a shelf life, you have shelf stability. We'll be here for whatever you want to do. Much love, Rick.

[@alexanderkhodos]

> You don't have a shelf life, you have shelf stability Dude, that's just gold!

[@Gocraingo]

Man you had me for a minute. I thought you were announcing retirement Rick! You’re a hell of a guy all the way around the block bud, and I hope you still enjoy doing this for years to come. From another guitar player that grew up pre-Internet, the access and availability of your knowledge via your Channel is never unappreciated. Who remembers being at the mercy of the magazine editors for that 1 song tablature per issue, hoping and praying it would be Black Hole Sun or another one of Chris’ tuning puzzles?! Tic toc tic toc Now we get to hear Rick break the song broke down into instrument tracks!!! 🤯 …and…. impulse response?? WTF man the life is good.

[@douglascarducci6977]

Please don't ever quit.. I'm living vicariously through what you're actually doing. I've accomplished a lot musically in my life and wouldn't change anything that came with it . I met my late wife, played hundreds of paying gigs ,taught people and still discover new things through your "music appreciation" channel. Music has indeed changed in the world and you've managed to stay ahead of the curve. ...keep it up ..you are sorely needed my friend and thanx

[@jerrycarriveau1620]

Hey Rick, The day I turned 60 was like being hit by a ton of bricks, I'm now an "old guy". In Feb. I turned 80. It was about that time I found you on youtube. Your videos have had an enormous impact on the way I now listen to music. I believe you have a gifted talent for sharing experiential insight. Please, do not let an "auto tuned" analysis of KZbinrs have a negative impact on your efforts. All I can say is THANK YOU RICK ! From a real "old guy".

[@likebot.]

I ordered a ton of bricks. They're due to arrive in the first week of October.

[@prdoyle]

@@likebot. then you'll get to say "man, those hit me like Jerry Carriveau"

[@TeclaSAPcomUlissesCarvalho]

And I thought this was going to be a video about quitting KZbin... Silly me! Long live this channel!

[@luisugalde6956]

Rick got us good, lol

[@MrDream-zm1pw]

@@Goofballhero not even rick beatoff

[@honved1]

@@MrDream-zm1pw You won’t believe what Rick does next…

[@lisagreen779]

@@honved1 This is SHOCKING what i FOUND...➡⭕😲

[@depressedmariner]

Rick Beato posts new video.... What happens next is UNEXPECTED and SHOCKING 😲🙊😱

[@jocelynamado1351]

you give me hope rick, thank you.. I´m a musician, a drummer and a teacher and at this point in my life I´m so confused, I don´t know what I should be doing next.. I´m 35.. this video made me feel good..I´m glad to see that people go through stuff like this too..

[@M_IkeLeBlanc]

I’m another “zero musical skill” person who loves this channel. I learn something, and appreciate the time you spend for our benefit. Wherever the journey leads you, always know there is a large group of us who are grateful for what you have taught us. Godspeed!

[@richardpowell1772]

I was born in 1972. I had an absolute passion for music when I was a teenager, and even younger. I taught myself to play guitar and music helped me through those depressing, awkward teenage years. Somehow, over time, I lost passion for music. I would rather have silence than music. I’d rather hear the hum of my automobile engine, or a podcast playing, rather than having music playing. Then, I stumbled across your KZbin channel. You, single-handedly, reignited my love of music. I dusted off my old guitar and changed the rusty strings and started playing again. Music, again, fills my home. I just want to thank you and my only regret is that I didn’t have a teacher and music guru like you when I as younger. You are a gift to the world.

[@micheleparker3780]

AMEN!!!💖

[@amandamai2810]

it sucks when your parent say music is just a waste of time

[@kimhornhem5399]

@@amandamai2810 who cares what ur parents say. My dad bought me a guitar when i was 9 but returned it because it didnt work and never bought me another one after that. Flash forward im 19, bought myself a guitar and taught myself how to play, its been 5 years. My dad didnt think i could do it and here i am now, playing the guitar and piano. Show em the love of music my friend.

[@Trombonist]

Rick, your channel is the most important reason to open up KZbin from time to time. You made me listen to music in a different way. Don't underestimate the value you deliver through your channel with your insights and expertise. Keep it up! 3M subs is not because you are doing allright. It's because you're doing exceptional.

[@bfitnessjoe]

This channel has no right to ever end ! Rick has a following that he himself doesn’t understand ! We need this channel !

[@davidcarey7382]

A Music Appreciation KZbinr. That is a great career and we appreciate your channel.

[@cflowers69]

Have to admit, my heart absolutely dropped when I read the title of this video. I enjoy your videos so damn much. It always feels like a club for the music faithful. A safe haven or port. I am very glad that you will be around a while longer with it.

[@squeakeththewheel]

It was kind of click-bait-y, but hey we love him anyway.

[@esterhudson5104]

Me too!

[@can2mar]

When I saw it, I thought, great, what else can go wrong?!? I'm so glad things are okay 👍🏼

[@benjaminbrady2757]

Exactly what I thought.

[@tonybatt3081]

'What Makes this Song Great" is the best music "appreciation" on KZbin. You make the thousands of music "reaction" channels look like ignorant clowns looking to just make money on clicks for doing nothing. Your enthusiasm, honesty, knowledge and sincere love of music comes thru every time. Keep up the good work...real music fans across America love you!

[@tonybates7870]

In the UK too, my near-namesake! 👍

[@bruzrkgro-malog2953]

If you like this channel check out "What Makes this Song Stink". Hilarious and also musical appreciation.

[@mathieuouellette7901]

@@bruzrkgro-malog2953 still haven’t caught the Beato bandit…

[@JasCeeGee]

Isn’t it just! I didn’t know what I was missing until I found Rick’s channel.

[@tincan6929]

And can I add across the world more like 👍 👌 🤔 love what Rick brings to music a great insight to how it is made. My love is recording of all things a thunder storms mics about 30ft apart from the top of my house not successfully as yet but getting right is more miss than hit and few and far between

[@rabukan5842]

Yes Rick, at 63, like you, I've been lucky enough "to have a number of careers," including in music. Back in high school, I read Robert Frost's, "The Road Not Taken," and it hit me the way The Beatle's originality hit me. I played music early on (my father was an orchestral percussionist) but I eventually became a writer and poet after having played in jazz clubs in NY and had an Off Broadway musical produced in the early 90s. This short video that you just made is an important one as it is an inspiration to young aspiring human beings who might love the arts but don't know if a life in the arts is still possible. You demonstrate in every video that it's not only possible, but essential. Love and passion for the arts is what propels us into higher levels of thinking, with a greater understanding of the human condition. And most important is the idea that when one door closes another one opens. That is the path of a good life, which we were not blessed to live, but are compelled to create. Well done.

[@thejawshop-AdventureRecording]

In my 50's and as a musician with young kids, I quit the road and have started a new path as a KZbin creator. It is hard getting that going today so kudos to Rick for getting there early and doing a stellar job.

[@scottjoyce100]

This sounds like me! Good luck to us both.

[@doncalderalo5278]

“Life is what happens to you while your busy making other plans.” John Lennon

[@johndef5075]

Damn was that prescient 😅

[@danielschaeffer1294]

I think I read that in T. E. Lawrence’s “The Seven Pillars …”

[@rrmemphis427]

"I'm not quitting youtube..." and the internet sighs in relief. I'm not a guitar player but I'm a lifelong amateur trumpet hack and I've learned a lot from you!

[@Valarien777]

"Music Appreciation!" - That's exactly what we did and what me and my musician friends called it in our mis-spent youth, spent mostly in my car with a custom car stereo, with the seats laid back, toking out behind tinted windows around the corner somewhere and blasting the music we love! It's exactly why your approach to music and music education is so accessible; and it was your "What Make This Song Great?" series that brought me to your channel (and being a guitar player). We're all music lovers here! ;-) \m/

[@Elise__Mae]

I was a high school jazz music educator for 15 years. I love your focus on music appreciation, Rick -- it's a beautiful description of what you do. You're an educator at heart! It's wonderful to hear you break down the process of how you landed where you are now.

[@dnugz]

I was scared you were going to say you were quitting the channel and my heart dropped. Keep up the good work, Rick!

[@HabAnagarek]

Good clickbait lol

[@minhhuyle43]

@@VanishedPNW As much as it pains me to say this, because I do enjoy his content, you're absolutely correct. He tries so hard to keep that cool humbleness but his holier than thou approach to music is so transparent. Basically a glorified old man yells at cloud.

[@valebliz]

Lol he’s making a shitload of money regardless of his continued whining about yt. What do you think gives him a paycheck? That shitty book with Wikipedia images in it? This channel is an enormous mean of visibility.

[@ZiddersRooFurry]

@@VanishedPNW This is absolute bullshit.

[@ZiddersRooFurry]

@@minhhuyle43 This is completely untrue.

[@xGuitarInFlamesx]

just the fact that I'm a 27 years old Chilean guitarrist who's been watching you channel for at least 3 years should tell you something about the masive impact your channel has had on musical education worldwide. Love your channel Rick, I hope you get to 4M soon!

[@sebastianluzavega5545]

Wena qlio, acá otro chileno de 27 años, pero en mi caso me compré una guitarra eléctrica hace un mes jajaja

[@rodrigorebolledo9918]

Somos el mejor país de Chile

[@sinestesio]

awante chilitooo

[@nicolasaldunate7894]

Weena los cabros, quien vende algunos pedales baratos? 👀

[@vicentecortese955]

Qué buena ver que un colega chileno ve a este maestro! Viva Chile mrd! 🇨🇱

[@MusicLover-yo5rs]

I’m not a person with musical talent, but I love music and music history. Through your videos I’ve learned so much about classic and new music. I appreciate a song so much more when you break it down piece by piece and I come an understanding, even on songs I’ve heard time and again over the years. Thank you for your videos and excellent teaching. Rick, you are much appreciated and always a fan of your channel! ❤️🙂

[@kenwatts3848]

The average KZbinr doesn’t have your amazing diverse talent, Rick. You’ve got as much time left as you want to have. Thank you for all the amazing videos.

[@dezzydayy4608]

That moment of panic when you read the title... surely Rick isn't quitting just yet!!?? Phew, relief. I love watching everything Rick puts out, so much variation and just the best content. What makes this song great has to be my favourite though, I have heard things in songs that I have listened to a thousand times and never put my finger on what the artist was doing to get that effect, or just been oblivious. Definitely my most watched KZbinr. Please don't give us anymore heart attacks Rick!! 😅

[@glenerickson358]

He's taking cues from Scotty Kilmer

[@gmf2112]

That's exactly what I thought!! I'm sure glad he's not! I think he'll be on for many more years, just because he's sooo loved by all of us, and he knows it would break our hearts :-)

[@jasmenter]

@@glenerickson358 amen

[@TheGNCShow]

That’s the point. It’s clickbait for when the videos don’t have any real content.

[@mrduuud]

But he also said that if he ever did quit KZbin that he wouldn't make a video about it. What does that mean? Would he just stop suddenly?

[@DecemberMornings]

Rick, if you happen to see this lost in the sea of comments, I just want to tell you how much I appreciate you as a KZbinr. Watching your “what makes this song great” has really helped me develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for the music I listen to. I hope your KZbin career continues for many more years to come.

[@nickpatten5263]

Spot on David. Well said.

[@dreamscuba]

Yes, spot on...well said indeed.

[@julieflanderscoaching]

PLEASE don't quit KZbin, Beato! you are the best thing here

[@marcskyrme4446]

Love your channel,I learn so much, never stop. Thank you Rick

[@CannonKnight]

Rick is one of the few grown-ups on KZbin who's actually incredibly talented with a wealth of music knowledge, and who knows how to string words together without saying "to be honest" every other sentence. I swear, that drives me insane. I hope this channel beats the trend and continues to grow.

[@catstothemoon6390]

"I'm not gonna lie" drives me crazy as well! 🤣

[@arthurlove1002]

Wars drive me insane,to be honest.

[@Maltry]

I feel like...

[@franciscopereira2688]

What about introductions that end with "without further ado" 🙄

[@rob21]

To be honest, I agree with you.

[@blairhelsing630]

I turned 68 this month. Drummed in bands in my 20s, started an IT career that lasted 43 years, formed a band in my 30s that's still a going concern 31 years later. Retired from IT last year, dug deeply into studio time (including watching Rick's videos frequently) and am now collaborating constantly with three friends to write and record using Studio One, Dropbox, and the treasured rare IRL time we have in each other's studios. Since age 22 I've been so fortunate to have my music life run parallel to the rest of my busy life, and to just be having so much fun in music now is what makes this day and the days to come, great. To sum up I'd say that even if on some days, you only have 5 - 10 minutes to work on music --- do it, don't stop. You'll be glad for it.

[@zachcrum_]

As a 20 year old this makes me feel good. Sometimes I feel like music will cease to be apart of my life once I get into the "real world"

[@paterson90]

Excellent 👏 👏

[@pirotrav]

33 hear, in software engineering, make time here and there for music. I'm a decent drummer, and tinker with piano, studio one, BBC symphony orchestra plugins etc. I'm very amateur, and most days it's 10 minutes plunking. So this was a great read. I struggle to make time to compose and learn theory and parctice with intentionality, although I do have weekend sessions from time to time.

[@robertbrancato9478]

Similar here at 65.

[@yamahatrbx5053]

Very inspiring 👍🏻

[@sblons]

What a great piece. I'm a 79 year old jazz guitarist with a playing career that's in steep decline. I was just talking to my wife yesterday about "nothing lasts forever." I'm not dependent on misic income any longer, but I have loved playing. Looking back I'd say I should have made more of an effort to meet and play with younger musicians along the way. They are the ones getting work these days and they mostly don't know who I am. On the other hand, I remember getting work that older guys, including some of my teachers, were being passed over for. So it really is my turn to step aside for another generation. But I don't know many musicians who volutarily stop playing. Who wants to quit doing something that gives so much joy? I bought a new amp just a few months ago, so I am still holding out for those next gigs, even if they're few and far between. One of these days I'll be playing my last one ever, and I think I'll be OK when that happens. Meanwhile, I keep practicing. Oh, and I love your videos.

[@nicholasliosis6926]

Rick Love Your Channel. Hope You Continue, For many Many more Years. Cheers

[@jchis9852]

I'm 60 also Rick. I'm a trucker and appreciate all that you're doing for aspiring musicians. Keep 'em coming dude! 👍🏻😎

[@blufalconactual3807]

After over 20 years as a merchant mariner, I retired and went to business school to start a new career. Right after I graduated, my aunt needed care at home for the last eight months of her life. So I did that - on a level I never thought I would EVER do. Then I took care of my father, who suffered from dementia, for the last 5 and a half years of his life. Again something I never thought I would do. That was the most rewarding and traumatic time of my life. But I learned that you never know where life will take you. Please don't stop making content on KZbin. Your videos have been a ray of sunshine and brought smiles to my face on my brightest days as well as on my darkest days. Because of your insight and willingness to share your knowledge and love of music, I have come to love new (to me) songs and learned to appreciate songs I've known my whole life on a level I could never have achieved on my own. Thank you, Rick. I don't know the words to fully express my gratitude for what you do. But ...Thank you!

[@dallasreese8416]

Rick--as a full time musician I have gleaned so much knowledge from you. Know that you are so appreciated. I love the fact that you have been so selfless in sharing your incredible knowledge. Thank you from all of us who so appreciate you! Much success and keep on keeping on!!

[@laodamasdimopoulos2655]

This channel feels like home for musicians. I feel like I know you personally, while I am 5000 km far. It feels so warm to know that someone out there has this unlimited love for music and spreads it to the world.

[@mikmop]

The average lifespan of a half-decent KZbin channel may well be 5 to 7 years, but absolutely brilliant channels can go on forever. If Paul McCartney and Mick Jagger are still popular at their age, I'm sure so will you Rick. Because you're at the same level as they are, when it comes to music education. You're not only the heart & soul of KZbin music ed, you're the brains as well.

[@JKentF]

Big words, but entirely true.

[@sarac.3259]

Yes - I like that. Look at Steve Winwood - still writing, singing, playing and sounding as good as ever.

[@SkiCounseler]

@@sarac.3259 I always considered Steve Winwood a musical genius.

[@chipcurry]

I guess me and 1 million other people think you are doing a great job. Rock on Rick.

[@Sonny_McMacsson]

You're 2.08 million people?

[@LeighKramerCMD]

I’ll continue to look forward to your videos for as long as you want to share them. You’re a gem!

[@Dagge61]

I so much enjoy your what makes this song great videos. Adds so much to the listening experience. Don't know how many times I have enjoyed you taking More than a feeling apart. Please don't stop!

[@MateusAsato]

You're special, Rick!

[@LenientProcess]

Today, after being a nurse since the mid-90s, I took my first step moving away from it. I've changed, the healthcare industry has changed, nursing has changed. I just don't want to do that any more. It's a little scary, to be honest, so seeing your video today made me feel even more confident I'm doing the right thing. Thank you for the boost!

[@Love-jf7rs]

Hope you find a new path forward with your gifts and talents 🕊

[@afrog2666]

Thank you for your service, to me having been in hospital far more than I wanted to, nurses made it bearable, so thank you for being awesome and good luck going forward (:

[@FatherAndTeacherTV]

This is a moving comment.

[@hoggie6884]

“Music Appreciation” is exactly right. I don’t play or sing but I’ve learned a lot from your videos. I like the lists, what makes this song great, all of it. Thank you for loving your work

[@ShantanuSudame]

I was smiling the whole time looking at your video. Thank you so much Rick. That was amazing.

[@thebigc9874]

Stay strong Rick, we love you!!

[@fclefjefff4041]

He went fishing for adoration and it worked like a charm 😄

[@viewoftheaskew]

Let's leave that 7 year limit in the dust, your channel is going strong and we all love it!

[@andymelendez9757]

Kudos and congratulations Mr. Beato. You still ROCK!

[@gokberkemreakyuz4066]

I can't even describe how much you inspired us, it's priceless what you've been doing all those years

[@rootstudio247]

“Sometimes you don’t know that you’re changing careers.” - words of wisdom 👍

[@BlackCatMargie]

I'm not a musician. I don't sing. I just really appreciate your channel, and have learned a lot. You've helped me understand 'why' I like what I do. Thank you.

[@HarshaSuranjith]

👆This 👆

[@mral13131313]

Can’t help about the shape I’m in, I ain’t pretty and my legs are thin........Oh Well!

[@stevescooby122]

Love your videos everything has a way coming back around. Stay true to your craft. It will come back around!!

[@stephendonato8741]

Rick, I look forward to your videos, don't stop what you're doing.

[@MississippiJarhead]

I am a 48 year old fan of music. I never learned an instrument. I believe I could sing, but simply cannot bring myself to sing in front of anyone. I have watched uncounted hours of your videos & have developed a much greater appreciation of what goes into the music that I love. Thank you for what you do!

[@joeroganjosh9333]

Get to know a couple of guitar players, hang out & get drunk. All you’ve to do is sing ONCE. You’ll discover people are incredibly uncritical and understand it takes some guts. Just do it once and you’ll be away. It took me YEARS to play in front of people and I really regret that.

[@brival93]

Glad you’re staying around. You’re love of music - the passion - really comes across in spades. I love when you “get into the weeds” of songs, as well as the music theory, artist interviews, and music/song history. Such a wonderful channel. Educational AND thoroughly enjoyable. A fan.

[@Elpuma1374]

Rick, Thank you soooo much for all you do to keep us all interested and providing us with an amazing source of information to enjoy the music that we all love. I don't know what else to say man, just that seeing you on the screen of my computer, talking about no matter what, makes me happy. There is something in that beautiful brain of yours that just keep pulling attention from all of us who are hungry for music knowledge. Thank you again, Rick Beato!!

[@stevemdav]

I believe you’re right Rick it truly is a music appreciation channel. I know plenty of people who aren’t musicians or really even know how to play music, but they are drawn to you. Glad you love doing it and it’s still working for you!

[@jonny1904]

I am one of those....

[@paulwolf5388]

Your passion is infectious. If I last another month I will turn 72 on Sept 13th. It's really important to me that I never lose my passion. Your program renews my batteries Rick. I salute you and hope your run on KZbin is as long as it keeps you happy. Music appreciation indeed!

[@wsarwani]

Happy Birthday in advance!

[@tdubveedub]

Rick Beato brought me back to composing.

[@jrcallahan1844]

And I’ll be 72 in January. Rock on.

[@JessegilmanJ]

Rick, very much appreciate you and your videos. I watch your videos every day!

[@PierreJennihey-taxi]

Thank you for this sharing. Deep, honnest and relieving.

[@ehhhhhhhhhh]

This isn't just a music appreciation channel. It's a Rick appreciation channel! Most of the time, I'm tuning in just because I like listening to your stories, your wisdom, and your opinions. You're just a super, super likeable guy, and your positivity and intelligence make every video a safe click.

[@mrsocal09]

Exactly. Even if I'm not a huge fan of the band I'm going to watch his video because I'll learn something about the artist or something interesting about the production.

[@homesteadxo]

bingo. couldn't have said it better. rick is just one of those people!

[@Antaios632]

You're not just a KZbinr, Rick, you're an ambassador from the Empire of Rock! 😁

[@jimyoung9262]

Like that

[@Payterman]

man there’s really something to having a genuine appreciation for music. being flexible on how and where to express your appreciation for music is the reason you’re going to stay successful Rick

[@1wackyjackie]

You are an amazing asset for those of us music appreciators. I have watched you for a couple of years and am thrilled to hear that you have no plans to discontinue your channel.

[@torrencecullen8064]

"The two most important days of your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why" -Mark Twain Rick, thank you for all you do!!!!

[@mlfett6307]

One can make an argument that you've only had one career - music. The rest you described are just variations of that career. I've just finished an nearly 40 year career in IT. While I can say I had a number of job titles during that time, one can sum it up by saying I was a Computer Analyst. You remind me that I need to go back to music now that I am retired. Keep it up - you inspire others!

[@JoanieBC]

I absolutely concur! Different facets of the same diamond are still a diamond. Thus, Rick's always been in the music business in form or another. I've always worked with people. Retail, restaurant, medical, photography. It sounds odd if I say I'm in the people business, though. I'd much rather be able to say "I'm in music even though I possess no musical ability whatsoever." The closest I get is music appreciation and being able to photograph the hell out of concerts and artists. So, um...I guess I'm in the people business???

[@jvsperoni]

Yes: 1 career, 4 job titles. Or arguably 2 careers because "producer" is different than his other "educator" jobs in schools and here on YT.

[@KunaevNS]

Your channel and yourself are amazing. Your videos are nothing short of genius and have done so much for the music world.

[@kayokk-]

The Rick Beato KZbin channel is something of a landmark, and I wish you the best as you carry on doing the fantastic job that has delighted many of us with music and entertained, educated, and inspired us. Rick, keep going and don't stop.👍

[@mrmastermixvideo]

You are a music professor with over 3 million students! Appreciate the lessons and scholarly knowledge that you produce and share! Keep on rocking!

[@metalpractor5150]

Let’s not forget the interviews. No one brings out a side to these epic musicians as Rick does. They will be archived as a true appreciation of craft, spontaneity, and reflection in music history.

[@MarkPeotter]

Rick's Interviews are my favorite videos in all the KZbin world. Thank you, Rick Beato!

[@penndark8854]

I love hearing musicians talking about how they make music. Keep it up, Rick!

[@saabdashcamsweden4424]

I just keep coming back and watch your videos, love em, love your personality. And then I watch my all time favourite video that you made. The one with "Top Rock Anthems" that one I can just keep on repeat and listen to you guys cover some awesome music. And that singer Jason Tillery. WoW!

[@denveraspen]

I watched you for several years now and always appreciate your thoughtfulness as a professional musician deconstructing and appreciating music as you do.

[@raamac]

Rick I'm 21 years old, I'm from Argentina and i've been watching your videos since 2019, and you really gave me the push I needed to become a songwriter, I learned a lot from your channel and still do. I'm producing my first rock album now, so if I ever get to make a name for myself (that's too ambitious, I know) I'll tell everybody that Rick Beato was my mentor!!

[@NicBurrows]

Rick oh Rick oh Rick. Your channel is a bit of a shrine to some of us. I work in a profession that spends a lot of time looking at KZbin. Its fair to say that while you are a KZbinr you are a Content Producer as we would describe it. Generally you can divide what goes on in these platforms into 2 groups: Influencers and Content Producers and you are very much the latter. Of course you influence but it happens because your priority is to make great content about something you care passionately about and have an excellent domain expertise on. For that reason, the usual curve of a KZbinr lifespan just does not apply. Be happy and make the content you love and sorry about all that demonetization/copyright crap.

[@klawson71]

It’s your love for music and the way you explain and talk about it. The way you breakdown songs, instrumentation and the techniques of each song that I love to watch. I’m here for as long as you are

[@Knut9100]

Rick Beato….I love every video you make! You are a producer….with every amazing video you release, we as fans appreciate and resonate your love of all music genres! Thank you so much for what you give to music!

[@adolphhernandez7615]

When you said "this is my last......" my heart sank for a second. Your content is amazing and it helped me to enjoy music more. I now listen to the intricacies and details of each song, and find new things everytime. Cheers

[@jamiehamilton7568]

I’m so glad this wasn’t a KZbin video about you quitting KZbin. Keep it up Rick. In the last decade we’ve seen age become less and less of a barrier for great talent of all types. You will remain relevant for many many years to come.

[@barrywilliams6955]

There is a very popular You Tuber that talks about cars, I shall leave him nameless because he is a shameless click-baiter. It seems like three or four times very month he has a video ( always at least 11 minutes long) saying he is quitting in so many words, he's found hundreds of ways to say it. Of course he's not going anywhere. I'm glad Rick is not that type.

[@daveclelland1188]

Rev up your engines!

[@mick8473]

This is one of those great channels that I was never originally looking for. Enjoyed every minute. Rick has an endearing voice and manner.

[@RameshKumar-ng3nf]

One of the nicest human beings i saw ❤️🙏🏻. I wish good luck in your KZbin career & God bless you & family with smiles & happiness 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@peteranderson037]

"In your 20s you think everything is possible. In your 30s you realize certain things are closed off to you." This is something that everyone learns sooner or later, and it is one hell of a hard lesson.

[@publiusvelocitor4668]

You start off life with limitless potential, which needs to be developed or lost. As you develop potential in one direction, you limit yourself in other directions. That'slife.

[@JonDarkly]

This is not always true

[@bojangles6444]

@@publiusvelocitor4668 or you don’t jump into the rat race soon enough- a lot of careers age is a limiting factor. Including much of music. Imagine trying to get into a major symphony at 40 with no previous experience.

[@biodynamic91]

Tell me about it... Even if you eventually find success in what you pursue, there's no escape to this feeling at some point, at least for most people.

[@alvinfew8711]

It's true to a degree. What that realization can allow us to do is to focus on specific things and become really good at them. I might not cure cancer or play a professional sport, but I can be good at my career, a good son/spouse/father, and I can find ways to make my life meaningful in ways I didn't imagine as a youth. Our possibilities might be lessened by breadth, but with age and wisdom we can understand success and purpose with far greater depth.

[@robertperez154]

You're that guy I'd sit on the porch with enjoying a beer, talking music and gear not realizing how many hours went bye. Keep it up, man!

[@erikbrigham8807]

Your contributions have made peoples daily life a little better. What better to give than that. Thank you.

[@vanderBiezen]

Please don’t stop making videos. I love your work. Every video I learn something new. Since your videos I appreciate good music even more.

[@joshmitchell5700]

While I agree with your sentiment that nothing lasts forever, might I offer a different idea… you are SO entertaining to listen to, not just in your music analysis (which you have presented so well on this channel), but in particular when you interview (citing your recent Matt Cameron conversation as an amazing example). I would LOVE to see you enter a new phase in your career where you have that “Inside the Actor’s Studio” feel with musicians, producers, etc. to get in their head about what they are thinking when they are doing their job well. You have this innate ability to understand each step in the music making process and bring those elements to light from the artist through your conversation with them without being sensational, being present in the dialogue, and staying true to their artistry. You do great work, dude-it seems like you have just scratched the surface!