Somebody That I Used To Know (Gotye) - Guitar - fingerstyle - Michael Chapdelaine

Somebody That I Used To Know (Gotye) - Solo Guitar - fingerstyle - tab
get the TAB here: www.musicnotes...
After you spend some time with it, if you need some help (no it's not easy!) drop me a note if you want to set up a lesson via Skype.
Guitar is a Taylor 914 (Winfield prize from 1998)
Strings are EJ16 by D'Addario

[@rickwolfe-tu9fq]

Such a shame that he passed away in November 2023. The best that I ever heard.

[@dominicfelde]

he passed a way ? who did ?

[@Clare_Wilson]

@@dominicfeldehe in fact did

[@MichaelChapdelaineofficial]

Thanks for all the beautiful comments. It makes my work all worth it. thank you! here are some answers. I use acrylic nails. i make them myself, because the nail salons cannot make them thin enough to give me a sound that resembles the tone I have worked on all my life. yapckluke...if you mean is there a version with only TAB and no notation under it.. not yet. I am curious how all of you feel about that. do you like having both to look at or is the music notation a distraction. It's much work

[@ronaldbarbour6490]

I do not find the standard musical notation a distraction, but that is just me.

[@K-Viz]

I'm actually fine with just music notation, as long as there are fingerings and bar numerals there to guide my hands.

[@jeromechapman8695]

This is ridiculous! How did you perfectly get the vocal melodies+ the entire instrumental backing with one guitar arrangement!? Mind blowing

[@juniorschmuck6140]

It's pre-recorded.

[@Frmerc]

@@juniorschmuck6140 lol no

[@XXSinanovichXX]

@@juniorschmuck6140 you have no idea who chapdelaine is, do you?

[@krrishivk0428]

​@@juniorschmuck6140 Nah dude... It's pure talent

[@JohnDoe-ne4kg]

Fun fact, there are 6 strings and five fingers on each hand With creativity and practise you can play 3+ parts simultaneously

[@MichaelChapdelaineofficial]

Finally, the TAB: www.musicnotes.com/sheet-music/artist/michael-chapdelaine

[@craseder]

This remains one of the best demonstrations of what you're capable of on that guitar. It blows the mind of whomever I show it to. "hey, this guy plays guitar the way most people play piano."

[@anujpj]

Revisting this masterpiece again after a decade.. The fingerstyle and melody is still mind blowing. ❤

[@maytt675]

Yeppers. And then to take it up still a notch, try Kent Nishimura.

[@juniorschmuck6140]

I generally don't comment on any video , but this is amazing. You got to like this guy

[@MichaelChapdelaineofficial]

hi Y'all. i joined this. Don't know what it does yet, but I am a good student. Let me know. so I am working like an animal. Here are two new videos. Michael Chapdelaine - Somebody That I Used To Know (Gotye) - Video - Solo Guitar Fingerstyle Cover

[@davethatcher361]

WOW

[@jamescarroll6954]

Virtuosic performance of a brilliant arrangement of a great tune.

[@AneemaSings]

Absolutely amazing!!! Found your video shared at ***** and came over to listen again here at your place - and subbed in an instant of course! Thanks a lot for sharing this unique and fine rendition here with us!!!

[@todormia]

great, keep going! :)

[@manongbone5145]

Michael Chapdelaine tab pls...

[@XXSinanovichXX]

I always come back to this, because there is no fingerstyle piece that is so unique in it's own character, truly the best fingerstyle piece out there

[@WashburnD10]

It's one thing being a brilliant guitar player but to share this. Truly greatness. It takes time and effort to share as well and not only practice. Thanks Michael. Wonderful human being.

[@ishai9183]

Brilliant! Michael, You have the soul of a Rocker and the Romanticism of a classic guitar player,such a great combination.

[@TyroneLigaya]

DONT YOU KNOW EVERYBODY,, THIS MAN IS THE ONE WHO ARRANGED "MORE THAN WORDS FINGERSTYLE w/c was played by Sungha when he was 10 yrs old!! THUMBS UP FOR MR, CHAPDELAINE

[@neelmehta9092]

sungha Jung liked this....

[@joshuaramon3799]

Yeah, i came from his channel lol

[@kaila9513]

I mean i dont blame him. This vid is pretty good

[@gold9994]

@@kaila9513 i mean he is better than him...technically

[@user-qd2nm7rg1g]

Gold 999 the same expert level

[@TheWerty159100]

Try singing to it : Now and then I think of when we were together Like when you said you felt so happy you could die Told myself that you were right for me But felt so lonely in your company But that was love and it's an ache I still remember You can get addicted to a certain kind of sadness Like resignation to the end, always the end So when we found that we could not make sense Well you said that we would still be friends But I'll admit that I was glad that it was over But you didn't have to cut me off Make out like it never happened and that we were nothing And I don't even need your love But you treat me like a stranger and that feels so rough No you didn't have to stoop so low Have your friends collect your records and then change your number I guess that I don't need that though Now you're just somebody that I used to know Now you're just somebody that I used to know Now you're just somebody that I used to know [Kimbra:] Now and then I think of all the times you screwed me over But had me believing it was always something that I'd done But I don't wanna live that way Reading into every word you say You said that you could let it go And I wouldn't catch you hung up on somebody that you used to know [Gotye:] But you didn't have to cut me off Make out like it never happened and that we were nothing And I don't even need your love But you treat me like a stranger and that feels so rough No you didn't have to stoop so low Have your friends collect your records and then change your number I guess that I don't need that though Now you're just somebody that I used to know [x2] Somebody (I used to know) Somebody (Now you're just somebody that I used to know) (I used to know) (That I used to know) (I used to know) Somebody

[@TheSherlock61]

Still the best fingerstyle cover I've seen. Respect

[@mrkobi1654]

c'est d'une pureté et d'une grande intelligence musicale..je suis admiratif devant autant de beauté.

[@dominicfelde]

Dude you are a MASTER - This sounds insane , im only 4 years playing guitar and what you just did would take many years of practice . I will try the "basic" tutorial you posted , of course very difficult, but what you just did is stunning--- im your new fan - you have serious skill my friend

[@lythsian]

The attention to detail is flawless. Very impressive.

[@admiralasian8313]

Still love this, watching in 2016 and its still as amazing as it was a couple years ago.

[@CaughtShorts]

This, ladies and gentlemen, is what you would call a true master.

[@shrek-kr8so]

Search for sungha Jung

[@PJ-fu3kp]

Somebody That I Used to Know Gotye Now and then I think of when we were together Like when you said you felt so happy you could die Told myself that you were right for me But felt so lonely in your company But that was love and it's an ache I still remember You can get addicted to a certain kind of sadness Like resignation to the end, always the end So when we found that we could not make sense Well you said that we would still be friends But I'll admit that I was glad it was over But you didn't have to cut me off Make out like it never happened and that we were nothing And I don't even need your love But you treat me like a stranger and that feels so rough No, you didn't have to stoop so low Have your friends collect your records and then change your number I guess that I don't need that though Now you're just somebody that I used to know Now you're just somebody that I used to know Now you're just somebody that I used to know Now and then I think of all the times you screwed me over But had me believing it was always something that I'd done But I don't wanna live that way Reading into every word you say You said that you could let it go And I wouldn't catch you hung up on somebody that you used to know But you didn't have to cut me off Make out like it never happened and that we were nothing And I don't even need your love But you treat me like a stranger and that feels so rough No, you didn't have to stoop so low Have your friends collect your records and then change your number I guess that I don't need that though Now you're just somebody that I used to know Somebody (I used to know) (Somebody) Now you're just somebody that I used to know Somebody (I used to know) (Somebody) Now you're just somebody that I used to know I used to know, that I used to know, I used to know somebody Ps. I put the lyrics to sing a long with this. Thank you google!

[@cjok8367]

loved listening to this. my father loved to play. this made me think of him for some reason. Guess I just wish he could be here now to have the pleasure of hearing it. thank you.

[@alenostovic4022]

I'm not a pro or would ever classify myself as one, but this is not easy to master, takes lots of practice and concentration.. I admire how you play this so easily. I'm doing my best to learn this song

[@MichaelChapdelaineofficial]

the picture is from a very old Tour de France, with the riders taking a break, drinking wine and smoking cigarettes with their ancient clothes and bikes. That wonderful painting is by Brett Andrus. He is a brilliant painter!

[@Mouldytone]

What a brilliant interpretation of the stunning melodies of Wally DeBacker's tune! Any song that's played a million times on mainstream radio risks becoming annoying through repetition so I really appreciate such a fabulous guitarist as Mr Chapdelaine reminding us how great the tune really is! Sublime playing as always. Thanks Michael!

[@locngo]

This cover is a clear WIN. The awesomeness level is up the roof

[@JDragoKnightofficial]

I absolutely adore when artists, such as yourself, take songs such as this, which are popular for a reason, and turn them into something different. Not in a bad way, but take what's supposed to be the 'same' song, and turn it into a masterpiece all it's own. Bravo!

[@BlackmanTheJock]

holy shit the guitar was singing!!@@@@

[@floydsanders1881]

Dammit that Taylor is singing

[@xncmnhj]

the most perfect arrangement of any songs for finger-style I've ever heard!

[@wwowdude]

/watch?v=G1bzUaf_gvU same song different guitarist

[@ecomtechnet]

Best arrangement ever, starting to learn this. Thanks Michael, you just made me play again classical and fingerstyle accoustic.

[@matthewjones8865]

Hi Michael, such beautiful guitar playing. I love this song and you play it so well. Your guitars are as beautiful as your playing. Thank you very much for your wonderful talent.

[@mobhuiyan3724]

Saw this guy live , and play this song. Was completely blown

[@MichaelWatts]

I keep coming back to this. Just beautiful

[@visual33]

Immaculate tone, technique and musicianship, thank you for uploading an excellent video, Michael.

[@Seanarama1565]

This is straight boss tunes you can tell he feels each note.

[@ashleyfrost9219]

Chapdelaine came to my music appreciation class today XD He is a pretty cool guy.

[@SergeUnplugged]

2022 here and still top of a performance here

[@MKFingerstyleAcademy]

Rip Michael, saw you and had dinner at the same table few months ago! I didn't tell you that this particular video inspired me so much back when I was doing my degree, sigh...

[@Fichtezxc]

What an incredible performance. So soulful. I've been a fan of fingerstyle music for years but this is probably one of my favorite arrangements I've heard. I can truly hear singing in your playing; I used to think people were exaggerating when they said that. Wonderful.

[@cecea2630]

i never get tired of watching your video was the best one thank you

[@Valamilyen_Viktor]

Very smooth, very gentle sounds, very well worth to watch it! Thank you!

[@RichmonManalo]

This is one of a kind! the arrangement is really GREAAAT ! the second voice , the solo part, the emotions! OMG sir :) your so awesome ! I salute you. I'm from Philippines :)

[@AlbertYoshina]

You are by far the most natural fingerstylist guitarist is the you tube universe, rivaling even Emmanuel, Huttlinger, and all the candy rats.....kudos you deserve many more views...

[@edgarcruzguitar]

To my good friend Michael. I watched this a month ago when you sent it to me but was not ale to respond. You have my complete honors on this and many of your arrangements. This is the quality a song like this deserves. "Somebody" intrigued me the very first time I heard and saw it. What a great song and I love to watch all the interpretations of it but yours is fundamental for solo guitar.

[@rdingo1]

It seems you have quite a fan in the South Korean guitarist Sungha Jung. I see that has covered some of your arrangements. I guess it should be no surprise being that you are totally awesome.

[@evanw3508]

You've got it the other way around. Sungha Jung was inspired by Micheal.

[@rdingo1]

Lunarize Right, that's what I said.

[@evanw3508]

rdingo1 Oh, misread that. But yeah, they actually keep in touch. I had the opportunity to talk to Michael yesterday when he played for my music appreciation class.

[@rdingo1]

Lunarize That's awesome, he's kind of a hero of mine. -Cheers!

[@rdingo1]

Lunarize...Michael, that is ; )

[@roushangiri4722]

The most beautiful cover ever of this song.

[@nendokan]

That arrangement was absolutely brilliant. One of the best cover versions of this song ever. Fantastic. Magical! All the best and take care.

[@Bluewaterkeith1]

Unreal. The amount of skill you have is insane.

[@channelkita4222]

Now and then I think of when we were together Like when you said you felt so happy you could die Told myself that you were right for me But felt so lonely in your company But that was love, and it's an ache I still remember You can get addicted to a certain kind of sadness Like resignation to the end, always the end So when we found that we could not make sense Well, you said that we would still be friends But I'll admit that I was glad it was over But you didn't have to cut me off Make out like it never happened and that we were nothing And I don't even need your love But you treat me like a stranger, and that feels so rough No, you didn't have to stoop so low Have your friends collect your records and then change your number I guess that I don't need that, though Now you're just somebody that I used to know Now you're just somebody that I used to know Now you're just somebody that I used to know Now and then I think of all the times you screwed me over But had me believing it was always something that I'd done And I don't wanna live that way Reading into every word you say You said that you could let it go And I wouldn't catch you hung up on somebody that you used to know But you didn't have to cut me off Make out like it never happened and that we were nothing (aah-ooh) And I don't even need your love (ooh) But you treat me like a stranger, and that feels so rough (aah) No, you didn't have to stoop so low (ooh) Have your friends collect your records and then change your number (aah) I guess that I don't need that, though Now you're just somebody that I used to know Somebody (I used to know) Somebody (now you're just somebody that I used to know) Somebody (I used to know) Somebody (now you're just somebody that I used to know) I used to know That I used to know I used to know Somebody

[@clairelille]

I like this song ...Great performance ! Thank you for sharing !

[@kvnc5901]

The arrangement and performance is just perfect.

[@MichaelChapdelaineofficial]

Wow, thanks to all for this incredible response. I think I'll be on time w the next one. :)

[@JBoydJBoyd]

loved seeing you in Corrales, NM a year or so ago! Thanks for sharing all these with us!

[@nickjones9505]

Few players at this level. My god it’s soooooo good !!

[@MatthewJohnFaunce]

Michael, that was great! Like a masseur working out that spot that hurts... I needed that! Thank you.

[@RogerSham]

nice style i appreciate your talent, thanks.

[@TheCarloxand]

oh man you're amazing, i can't believe how you managed to play all those sounds at the same time, such a brilliant mind

[@ddanze]

Michael - it was great meeting you today in Lorton Va and absolutely loved your concent! Hope to catch more of your gigs and clinics! Wonderful! Absolut!

[@roobeltran1270]

Man, one of the best (i think is the best) fingerstyle covers i've ever seen

[@RaisuunTV]

This is fantastic. Whenever I look at my guitar and aren't sure whether to play or not, I come here for inspiration.

[@malcsmalcsmalcs]

been a fan of this cover 8 years ago from sungha jung and it was a delight revisiting this video of yours! still blows my mind how you work on the different musical aspects and details of the piece. cheers!

[@michaellucarelli]

Cool!!! Thanks for sharing

[@MrAndysswgermany]

What a amazing guitar playing by listing to the soul and heart!Deep respect!

[@RishikeshR]

I guess some people just thought the dislike button meant "dis i like"

[@leilanifigalan6617]

hilarious

[@MichaelChapdelaineofficial]

You underestimate my colleague, Sungha. You could hand the man any guitar or even a cello or a bassoon and he would make it purr and sing for you!

[@fuel2obsessions]

wow this is great the best fingerstyle version the melody comes out so good

[@JohnLee-sk2sh]

such an inspiration to all us want ta be's bless you michael for the beauty

[@MichaelChapdelaineofficial]

thanks Mario: D'Addario lights. i think the strings sing a little better on non-strumming stuff. The 6th string was a bigger gauge in order to make the C pitch sound better.

[@MrLovingmymac]

I could Watch that all day.

[@CraigSWilliams]

More than a cover. A master's painting of a cool musical landscape. It is it's own art.

[@cecea2630]

i like your lesson best techiques i love to watching you performance thank you

[@etlambert]

that's one of the finest, I have ever heard, very nice. beautiful

[@dominicfelde]

amazing - amazing - your dedication and skill is God

[@CollegeWebMag]

Dude! Of all the videos of this song, THIS ONE IS THE MOST BAD ASS! Fantastic!!!!!! Thanks for sharing. You are a truly talented man! Cheers! Rudy

[@RobertMaszczak]

I dig it, Michael! You truly amaze me each and every time I see or hear you perform. I really believe you to be the best guitarist of the modern age!

[@TruthSurge]

Very nice. I loved that little bass triplet near the end somewhere. dun dun dun DOWNBEAT. I am not fam with this tune. First I've heard it. Guitar sounds really nice, too.

[@rufusingle2328]

Well I watched this video a thousand times .Gonna watch it some more too. Love it

[@MichaelChapdelaineofficial]

Yes, i hope to work with my young virtuoso colleague, Sungha, in the near future. He has brought me much joy with both his great videos, and with honoring me with playing some of my arrangements.

[@Kyle4147]

So much feeling...makes me want to dance!

[@RyazusTV]

I keep play the replay button and thanks for the tab the song play by you really worth it and nice job man!

[@zoomer75]

Thank you for sharing this and all of the other things that you share so freely. I really enjoy this version. Once again, thanks Michael.

[@wetrainwater]

This guy is Mr magic hands.

[@gunzakimbo]

He must have been who Heart was talking about...

[@darranedmundson1505]

I think fully a thousand of these views are mine. That's not trying to take anything away from Michael, it's a comment on just how perfect he's nailed the performance and the arrangement.

[@MichaelChapdelaineofficial]

Thanks Darren! that feels real fine...I'm gonna work harder now.

[@luckystreak158]

Go look on his site... he actually does sell some of his tabs. I'm very grateful he's giving us this as a freebie - because even though I'm a beginner, I'm dying to start trying to learn it!

[@LosHuevos7]

Flawless...absolutely flawless

[@davedavidson2833]

@Michael Chapdelaine.Amazing work sir.It's very catchy and thoroughly enjoyable.Look forward to future work from you and will catch up on what you have available on here.

[@dionachmad]

wow.. the action strings of his guitar is high.. Awesome!

[@timpurobert-andrei945]

you really are one with your guitar man, you really feel it. thank's for sharing this passion

[@JohnStevensletterartist]

Mastery. I like that you pick pieces most would never attempt. (and make them work)

[@enricpallas1325]

Really amazing. How is possible play guitar like that!! Thank you very much for your great job.

[@bad71hd]

Hi Mike YOU play beautifully...bass line and chorus and some leeds...nice..i cant even comment on the 2 lil mistakes i seen but the transitions are killer and as i said..YOU just made me go practice another 500000 hours..wow...watched it twice just to see you play and so i can copy some of it..!!!!ty!

[@helioteran756]

Michael Mills not even going to comment on the 2 mistakes you saw? Like it would matter..why would you even say something like that? Who are you..simon cowell?

[@stevew585]

This Man is INCREDIBLE!

[@belshawv]

just beautiful

[@Randomisticful]

Best fingerstyle cover by far.

[@cecea2630]

was so cool i like your techniques thank you for teaching

[@92548dannyt]

Awesome song, Awesome playing. Just totally Awesome

[@coolwaterdvr]

Wow! That was awesome! Amazing guitar skills.

[@Swityie]

You are so great mr micheal chapdelaine! Maybe someday I can play like you.

[@ratindramahajan2192]

i too play guitar but not fingerstyle :(...tried many times but got messed up:(.....U R AWESOME...HATS OFF!!!!!

[@edgarcruzguitar]

Brilliant arrangement Senior Chap!

[@christianmani1730]

Mr. Cruz, you are no slouch either! I've seen you play your arrangement of Bohemian Rhapsody at the Chet Convention......tres formidable! Edgar Cruz is on the short list of the best fingerstylists on the planet.