Satisfaction Guitar Lesson (Rolling Stones)

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Satisfaction Guitar Lesson (Rolling Stones)
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There’s something that I noticed about some of the BIGGEST guitar riffs of all time. I am talking about the fist-pumping anthems you hear played at sports events and ones that seem to hit home with virtually everyone. In fact, when you think about it, it’s kind of a crazy idea.
What am I talking about?
I am talking about a one-string riff. And despite its simplicity, a well-crafted one-string riff can create a catchy and memorable song.
Today I want to explore this idea with you in this “Satisfaction” guitar lesson.
So make sure you’re tuned up and let’s get started!
Who wrote Satisfaction
The song "Satisfaction" was primarily written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards of The Rolling Stones. Mick Jagger, the band's lead vocalist, contributed the lyrics, and Keith Richards, the guitarist, came up with the iconic one-string guitar riff that defines the song.
The songwriting credit officially goes to "Jagger/Richards," which was the standard way the duo's collaborative efforts were credited throughout The Rolling Stones' career.
The song was originally released as a single and not part of a studio album in 1965. It has since become one of the most famous and influential rock songs of all time.
Satisfaction Guitar Riff
The opening riff to “Satisfaction” is iconic, and as mentioned, it’s all played on one string. To start out play the 2nd fret on the 5th string twice. Then walk up 2, 4, 5. And then walk back down 5, 5, 4, 4. I also like to slide from the 5th fret down to the 4th fret. Then from there, restart the riff.
It’s incredibly simple, yet incredibly effective.
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[@formulas2730]

Hey Jon, just wanted say, as I'm sure you know, great guitar players don't always make great teachers but you are the best of both, it's as if you were born to teach guitar. I've been watching guitar lesson videos here on the tube for several years now and I've got to say, you just might be the very best that I have seen. I'm what would be called an intermediate player and you fill in the gaps in my knowledge just perfectly. Thanks so much for taking the time to make these videos.

[@JP-ry9ob]

Thanks for the great explanation of the rhythm section!

[@GaryBook]

Keith woke up from a sleep with that riff.

[@jhn1987]

Excellent lesson. You very nicely covered Keith Richards and Brian Jones guitar parts.

[@ilenkoabramusic2662]

👌👍

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[@yosemitesam8210]

What's with the hands? All the distracting gesturing? It's unnecessary and annoying.