"You've Got a Friend in Me" Guitar Tutorial - Toy Story Theme - Randy Newman

[@swiftlessons]

Hey friends, if you're enjoying my lessons here on KZbin, please consider supporting my work at Patreon.com/Swiftlessons, where you can find bonus tabs, and chord sheets for all my lessons, gain early access to new videos and enjoy exclusive content. Thanks, and have a fantastic day of progress! -Rob

[@kourt2469]

Does your patreon have the tab for this song?

[@PopGoesTheGoomba]

Ah too advanced for me!! I'll get there though. Hey swiftlessons guy! So much respect for what you do. Thanks bro!

[@thoriqaryadanu]

Heyy.. Please make tutorial maried life-theme up..

[@erprofessore9779]

Hey Rob, could you please make a lesson on Johnny Cash's version of "We'll meet again"? kzbin.info/www/bejne/gaDHf3mphZulbpo It'd be so appreciated

[@puke1505]

Dude, your voice is outstandingly sweet when you sing. 👌

[@seyeonpark2817]

0:36 Hall music 2:55 leaning Intro 7:43 Play hall Intro 8:42 Verse N1 13:47 Verse N2 14:29 Bridge 20:32 Play hall bridge 21:15 Verse N3

[@Suis88]

여기서 머하누

[@theoryan2303]

That's nice 😆

[@adamczerski2094]

[@pebryansyahf218]

That's good 😆

[@puke1505]

😊 thanks

[@DavideNoseda]

Yeah you got a friend in C

[@benjaminjones3961]

I can't 😂😂😂😂😂

[@cato.506]

and E :)

[@JKentF]

😂

[@tzvibendaniel2045]

Good one!

[@tzvibendaniel2045]

Although is technically D# 😂

[@gville001]

Honestly man, i'm blown away at the quality of your lessons. I'm going to support you on Patreon because I don't feel right having this for free. This is a beautiful song that hits you right in the nostalgia bone. Thanks so much for keeping classics like this alive.

[@swiftlessons]

Hey Geoff, thanks so much for your thoughtful comment, I really needed the motivation. Enjoy your practice and thanks for the support! -Rob

[@PeturMag]

Well worded/done Geoff... would like to do the same but I'm broke af. Just filed for bankruptcy so all I have is sub & like & gratitude! Friend is coming over for a visit, don't have money so I give music... thank you so much Rob, really enjoyed the lesson. And stay motivated!! Greetings from Iceland! *ps, loved the walkup, quality stuff!

[@PeturMag]

​@Yolo 2.0 No wealth, no degree, self taught... I suck at guitar but it gives me some pleasure. Can't even afford the bankruptcy so fml. I'm afraid that my story will do you no good but maybe someday it might help someone. It mostly revolves around me trusting a woman, being in a relationship with her for 12 years and having three kids. We (I, she didn't do jack shit) bought a house and in the financial collapse of 2008 we (I) lost the house, so like all good 20th century women she left me with everything, started doing drugs and cheating on me so I spoke with her family and I broke it off. Her response was to tell everyone that I was violent and of course everyone believed her because believe all women, right? So she took custody of the kids, the system charges me for everything because equality, I became homeless and I broke down and gave up. My parents picked me up at the Police station and I can stay with them for a while where misery haunts me. But I am strong, I can do a one armed pull up, I have a eight pack and can climb V7 on the Moon board. However, I don't need your pity... and I will not bounce back. Just acquired the gun that will end my life, no luck needed. Sry for replying, but you asked... don't ask unless you really mean it.

[@chaitanyateja6514]

@@PeturMag hey man dont end it all man i havent experienced all of the stuff you have but there's definitely people in the world who care for you so please dont kill yourself

[@LyraTyrell]

​@PeturMag Hey man, I know it's been a while, but hope you didn't put that gun to use. Would love to hear an update.

[@richardpaulus9823]

Ive always been a metal head, about 2 years ago i started learning about 7 chords and other jazzier chords. I must say, this tune musically goes over most peoples heads. This is a genius composition. That intro alone is soooo unique. Dude definitely knows how write a timeless tune. Think about it, toy story wouldnt have been the movie it is without randy newmans genius.

[@puke1505]

Amen. Randy Newman kicks ass

[@joelgo2]

After a Break of 6 years I bought me a guitar and start again from the behinning. Than finding this Lessing after watching toy story. Than practice practice practice for two month. Thanks for this lesson, my son is dying for this peace of music. I‘m not finished, especially the bridge I have to work on. But i‘ve got it. Thanks again and a lot.

[@johnybenchimol5221]

Honestly I must express my deepest gratitude for having taught me the most educational way to play "You've Got a Friend in Me" Thanks you

[@NieRAutoM4T]

Hey, i just wanna thank you for this lesson. Today was my best friend birthday, and as gift i played this Song and she cryied while i was playing it. Even took me 2 months to learn this, i could play it perfectly (and i singed too haha), so im so thankful for this video, fr thank you so much.

[@shanemahfood4418]

I've been playing guitar since I was six years old. I started on piano when I was nine, cello, and violin when I was twelve. I started giving piano and violin lessons in my church when I was fourteen. Everyone learns at a different pace. If someone wanted to learn quickly and shred, I would start by teaching them spider chords and scales. If they had patience, I would start from the ground up with the basic four chords leading into hammer-ons and slides into other chords, scales, and so on. This was extremely well built. This was the easiest lesson I have seen on KZbin for the complexity of the song. This is both for someone with patience, and for someone who wants to skip ahead quickly on their level of skill. Job well done! I've subscribed to your content and am eager to learn more from you!

[@moelester2894]

My fingers feel like falling off but I can finally play the song! Thanks brotha

[@Kitkai_kitkai]

Clean.. You were born for the Guitar and The Guitar was born for Someone like you..✌️

[@theprodigalbum]

This is actually the best tutorial of any song I've seen.. and I've been planing/learning for half my life! Such an incredible job with this arrangement and breaking it down. I hope that you teach in-person lessons to folks too - they would be lucky to have you as a teacher.

[@seekndstroy2128]

How you play the guitar is just mind blowing! the songs you play and do a tutorial on is just PURE!

[@rusticcamel6637]

the quality of lesson is so good. It was super easy to follow and it wasn't rushed through like so many others!

[@yoru-yoru_]

Started learning this thirty minutes ago for a performance later. Now I'm done! See you all on the other side! ^0^ And thank you swiftlessons! It's really a swift lesson for me.

[@chameleonedm]

I am not an accomplished guitarist, but I want to learn this song for my best friend. Someday I will play it at his wedding. Thank you for such a great rendition and fantastic tutorial, it will take my a while but I will get there!

[@momojisan]

easy to understand... only need 30 minutes and already mastered it ! thankyou dude

[@chadfavre]

I keep learning and relearning this song because its such a masterful composition. Luckily, I keep finding your tutorial, which is the best out there. Thanks for the time you put into making it. The pace is perfect and you stay true to the composition. Much appreciated!

[@blueleaf1717]

This is absolutely fantastic how you play this song absolutely NOTE PERFECT!! Brilliant brilliant video man thanks so much for sharing!! Love from UK!!

[@ihopeiknow9945]

Very beatle sounding song on guitar

[@swiftlessons]

Definitely has a bit of a McCartney vibe in terms chord structure. Have fun!

[@greenstr1ke470]

Agreed

[@davedholloway4638]

Absolutely love this tutorial. Have been looking for this "jazz-ified" rendition of the song ever since I saw a video of somebody playing it. You made it so easy to follow along, I learned this in one sitting and just need to polish up now. Keep up the awesome work man.

[@hejsec]

to my fellow noobs, when he does the fmaj slide, instead you can just do your pinky on 4-b and index on 2-g for the first pick and then move pinky to 3-b and pick again

[@benjaminjones3961]

Lol thx

[@ryanweissman8938]

haha thats what i did

[@jackiechen5114]

Hey man, I wanted to say a sincere and full hearted thank you. I've always wanted to get better and actually learn some guitar, and this tutorial really pushed me. I was bored and stuck at home when I rewatched the Toy Story series, and thought "hey that song would be pretty cool" and so I took to KZbin. Thank the KZbin algorithm for showing me this because it is such a good tutorial and a fantastic composition. I am now two ish months from when I first started learning (the bar chords get easier) and I still come back to play it with you. This channel is a godsend and your work is spectacular. Thank you for all that you do and I hope you keep doing it. All the best! - Jackie

[@philippeterson6034]

Incredibly concise, your understanding of not only the theory but the execution is fantastic. Subbed.

[@alexc2126]

Tried learning this years ago and just couldn't get it from the tabs alone. With this video I'm well underway. You have a great teaching style, voice and skills. Sounds wonderful when you play/sing it too. Glad to support you. Thanks!!

[@joelsantana18]

It sounds reaaaallllyyyy good

[@yourlocalpers0n56]

Geez so glad this worked on my electric- iv never done fingerstyle before, I always use a plectrum or a pick ( whatever you call it) but for some reason with this video I got it right away:)

[@davidchoy5807]

I've been so inspired by your videos, I recently joined patreon just for your channel. I'm teaching my son guitar and I can't do it without your videos! Please keep them coming.

[@jossandman]

KZbin should have bigger thumbs for Folk like You :)

[@pwalker1428]

I am new to guitar and your lessons are terrific. Your soothing Canadian voice makes things easy to follow.

[@Theoddable1]

Well now I know what this song sounds like in the style of Jack Johnson. This is awesome.

[@sleepycuber]

This is a great lesson. Bridge is tricky but the tuition is faultless to help in mastering it. After this lesson, becoming a Patreon was a no brainer.

[@eliekaplan-marans7140]

That was one of the best lessons I have ever seen

[@CharlieMytsko]

I wanna cry every time I hear this song😢

[@mauriciovargas3396]

Thank you so much for this tutorial!!!!! It got me frustrated, but with your video I'm finally able to play it and I needed to play it for an English festival in my highschool in CR, so, thank you!!

[@swiftlessons]

Hey Mauricio, I'm so glad to know this lesson did the trick! Many more are on the way, both here and via Patreon.com/swiftlessons. Have fun and enjoy your progress! -Rob

[@Elleon12]

Thanks for doing this song Rob, I think I requested more than once. My 3yr old loves Toy Story and I cannot wait to play it for her! Thanks for an amazing lesson, as always :)

[@swoopste]

Great lesson man. You teach really well, explain and show each part so it's easy to follow with a pace that's great for guitarists at any level. I'm currently learning this song from your video for my 2 year old daughter as she's obsessed with Toy Story. Keep up the great work✌🏼

[@annuranis]

Fantastic lesson! I don't remember any lesson I enjoyed so much! Your descriptions are perfect and so easy to follow!

[@melloaf5754]

Its been over 2 weeks and I still can't play the while thing. Its a good song though so I wontvstopntrying. You're a good teacher man so keep it up.

[@DreadPirateElla]

Love how I'm only four minutes in and I've spent at least 10 trying to get the first three chords right...I have a feeling this is gonna take a while lol. But I ain't gonna give up bc this song sounds really good and I wanna learn it lol.

[@jared6130]

How’s it going so far?

[@DreadPirateElla]

@@jared6130 I got the intro but I've taken a break from it for like a week or two. I need to get back into it.

[@ryanmullaney9791]

Don't quit, bro! You've come a long way. Plus, when you get this down, you'll be able to apply the bits and pieces of this to your general playing. Keep on rocking!

[@machonmatiii]

Did you get it?

[@ozvaldozuniga5469]

Did you learn it

[@dpfeiferjr]

wonderful breakdown & arrangement !!! a million thanks - those walkups and voicings have been eluding me for years!!

[@marcelozana]

Thank you for this great tutorial! I can't believe when I hear myself playing this now! Can't wait for the next one

[@FamilyJules67]

That bridge got me sweatin. But wow, such an awesome lesson!

[@amirulfaez8437]

You sir have earned a subscriber

[@mattpinkerton6049]

Another fantastic lesson! I appreciate how high quality the videos are and how thoughtful you are in breaking down each piece at an easy going pace. Thank you so much!

[@gurnblanstein9816]

Wow I'm totally impressed. this is the best guitar version of this song I've ever heard. And your vocals are good too lol!

[@chriswilkinson8545]

Nice job pal pure nostalgia with this one! Got the intro down now to verse 1 cheers 😎👍

[@gelroose]

Brilliant! I am still new to this style of play and was using another lesson, but I like this one a lot better. Thank you very much sir!

[@rockytopsports3425]

Same!

[@unclejack1513]

My hat's off to you, man. Really enjoy the tutorial. Keep up the good work. Huge respect!

[@davidturton4872]

I have really enjoyed the past 5 days practicing this song. Happy to support this quality work and such musical talent!

[@jorgeluislinaresmartinez]

Thanks a lot man! Hugs from México!

[@PizNeyWorks]

YES!!!! I CAN FINALLY PLAY THE INTRO AT .25 SPEED!!!

[@inlineboy7749]

High quality lesson ! thank you man :)

[@olivergonzalezsantamaria3089]

I don't have enough skills for this song, but you teach in an incredible way, I also got it hahaha. Thanks friend¡¡

[@acceleratedman8962]

Thank you for making this breaking down brother

[@matuteperez8714]

My dog dies and i'll learn this song for she I miss you Nouba :'(

[@deathnotedds244]

Thank you for this lesson. Very well paced breakdowns! Don't change a thing! Going to California is next up for me!

[@chantduciel]

Very beautiful.... Thank you for your work and sharing....

[@swiftlessons]

Happy to be of help. Thanks for watching and be sure to check me out at Patreon.com/swiftlessons as well. Have a great week of practice! -Rob

[@Lobstoic]

You are an amazing teacher! Loved learning this one!

[@ravizzle]

This is the best version ive found of this song. Thanks for doing this for us! Def gonna practice

[@julianfaul7151]

Just dont forget the slap! Its waaay more important than anything else. 😂

[@larryvey]

Very friendly lesson. Thanks.

[@blakehamilton7421]

L my mom mm mm. Mm mm mm mm I'm mm mm . .

[@Daytripper51]

You play it well....Very clean!

[@swiftlessons]

Thanks, it definitely took quite a bit of practice. Have fun with it and please consider giving me a share. 🤟🏼

[@GuilhermeMsouza-my8rr]

I'm from Brazil! Love your lessons

[@currtradester1380]

Love the chords. Am bad at listening wouldnt have been able to pick out the transitions on my own. Thanks a bunch! Will subscribe to patreon to support,

[@philippeterson6034]

Incredible

[@FrankBurgess21]

Very clearly explained. Thanks!

[@bvandijk]

' see if you can play along with me' , and then increases tempo by 30%.. :-) Seriously, great lesson, thanks!

[@philipdickinson6881]

Thank you this is a great lesson and a great arrangement

[@swiftlessons]

Thank you Philip, of all the vids I’ve created, this is still one of my favorites. So glad you’re enjoying it!

[@johnfogerty5629]

Your music make me so good thank god for beautiful music and good man.

[@swiftlessons]

I appreciate your comments today John, it really helps the channel and gets the conversation moving on the post. Let me know if you have questions.

[@craigwoods9465]

Unreal tutorial. So we'll done, learned so fast and enjoyable. Very well done

[@swiftlessons]

Hey Craig, I really appreciate you taking the time to share some positive feedback, it's a privilege to be a part of your progress. Thanks so much, enjoy your day of practice! -Rob

[@diegomaximilianoblanchard3693]

Best tutorial in the world

[@jimjoiner]

Just fantastic!

[@swiftlessons]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for taking the time to comment. Many more to come both here and via the Patreon page. Keep checking in!

[@victorwillochdehli4800]

The best youtube guitar teacher! Where do we send song requests?

[@theaustincorbin]

Thanks, Rob, for another great lesson. Randy Newman's got some great songs. I would love to hear you do a lesson of "It's a Jungle Out There" adapted for guitar (the theme song of Monk). I have always absolutely loved that song. Thanks again!

[@BIGeSTRING]

Very good lessons man. Its very useful. Thanks a lot for these clear lessons.

[@mcdg77]

GREAT lesson. This song is harder than I thought. Wonder what Newman was thinking when he wrote it?

[@sidneypenaherrera1412]

Just subbed and I teach guitar but this guy is great 10/10

[@ratatat12356]

Randy Newman's the best

[@swiftlessons]

Yep, my respect for him has really peaked recently. He’s a genius!

[@Elleon12]

The office lol

[@ratatat12356]

i really didnt think anyone would catch that

[@Elleon12]

It's a lifestyle :)

[@cybress5143]

This is how the song should be played and sung. Well besides Randy Newman of course no one can beat the OG

[@SingeDesNeiges]

Wow, awesome cover at the beginning !

[@bolek9373]

Perfect lesson 😍

[@josemusiquero]

Good job teaching music to people man!

[@aimhigher7805]

Thank you! Finally got it down today! Woohoo!!! 🙏

[@revelations-420]

Really great lesson. Thank you so much for taking the time and effort to break it down and share!

[@intlen2515]

I hope Ill be able to learn this tomorrow. Sadly its 3 am right now.

[@Boogiewoogie168]

Thank you so Much!! You've got a friend in me...

[@citrixman]

Very well done ! Thank you !

[@674hz]

love this tutorial

[@be12321]

Awesome tutorial...still working on playing as good as you

[@sixpackmusthave8532]

bro that pinky slide is so hard!!! I keep on doing it but it doesn't ring out a sound lmao

[@javierserrano3933]

Great tutorial, my friend. Thanks a lot.

[@adamczerski2094]

AWESOME!!!

[@compagnielarsen]

Thanks a lot for your video !

[@park5494]

Today I completed the lesson!

[@Gneves89]

Valeu!

[@sachavanweeren9578]

amazing song ... great tutorial. Thank you very very much

[@owenspinks793]

Awesome man love it only problem is I am 14 and cant support you on patron because I don’t have a credit card

[@greenstr1ke470]

Swag Man12334 I’m also 14

[@andrewlarkins7385]

Green Str1ke pedo

[@belfort9z576]

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[@benjaminjones3961]

Wat

[@jerryyslas6674]

You're incredible, thank you!!!

[@connorpatton5646]

Amazing song and a really great lesson, thanks