The Best Ukulele Player in the World

[@MusicisWin]

Huge thanks to Island Music Company (islandmusicco.com) for bringing me out to NAMM to meet such awesome people like Jake. Make sure to watch till the end of this video for a seriously funky ukulele breakdown by Jake! Keep shreddin'! -T

[@AxiomApe]

If everyone in the world played Ukulele, it would be a funky cool ass place. Been a fan for half a year, I love your videos. For the win !

[@dzre2087]

1 HOW do we get ukulele class in ALL elementary schools?? It's PERFECT! 2 I think THIS cat is the best uke virtuoso on the planet: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZDZqYSFfZVoZ7c

[@vladtyb9487]

This was great, thanks, I've been looking for "is it easy to teach yourself ukulele?" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Ever heard of - Fenaylern Nonpareil Formula - (just google it ) ? It is an awesome one off product for discovering how to play the ukulele like a pro without the normal expense. Ive heard some decent things about it and my mate got great results with it.

[@joseithier7801]

This is the most humble guy I have ever seen on Earth.

[@CrysisMusic]

Seems like such a down to earth guy!

[@keatonstaggemeier3345]

He sure is! I've had to opportunity to meet him twice and even play with him for a few minutes! Such a humble and amazing guy!

[@finnbowles4774]

you should do a video on what to play when someone says "you play guitar? play me something."

[@MusicisWin]

It might depend on who's asking. If some giant biker dude asks me, I'll probably start ripping some classic rock or shreddy stuff, if a little girl asks me, I'll probably strum some happy chords, if a dog asks me, I'll probably drop my guitar and run away because that's a talking dog.

[@ammardyaakob]

Weak, if a dog asked me I'd drop my tuning to D flat and start Djogging.

[@s.n.8128]

Tyler.. no. just shred. shredding wins the ladies.

[@jakubzdzienicki4836]

Finn Bowles I usually play The Satanist by Behemoth

[@arianaduduna]

Usually if you play some epic solos people are gonna be like:"Eh,I can do that too",or:"That's easy" but if you play a shitty justin bieber song everybody will congratulate you

[@shankhashubhradatta3947]

Uke is really an amazingly happy sounding instrument. Even if you play average, it sounds extraordinary on that "sweet" instrument. The "cuteness" of the tone makes every odd note sound melodic!

[@PaulSmith-gi5bf]

It's actually true that the world would be a better place if everyone played music. It's somehow humbling to go through the process of truly learning an instrument imo

[@schreck4247]

no it wont, cuz music wouldnt be considered as a talent

[@PaulSmith-gi5bf]

schreck 4 that's a good point

[@DaBeachmasta10]

1000 π Thats a really good point, but I think a broader way to say that is just being musical. Some people learn instruments like they are learning their times tables, learning shapes and passages without feeling. I think if you have a real connection with what you are playing, even if it is someone else's music, thats what its all about.

[@PaulSmith-gi5bf]

DaBeachmasta10 exactly this. Anyone can learn how to copy a couple of notes, but it takes feeling to give a song your own colors, that's talent

[@123456789arty]

Not music, Ukulele.

[@voltaspeeder17]

Oh god.. this is the same guy i watched all these years ago play While my guitar gently weeps on ukulele and completely blew me away! What a musician and what a human being!

[@pejotestheriff9259]

Is this that guy who played "Bohemian Rhapsody" on ukulele? He's awesome, you must see this video!

[@krang07]

I just want a solid body electric ukulele that also works as a controller to play any sound ,digitally, you could think of.

[@lukegallacher4585]

August Lyons there are plenty online

[@jonnyroxx7172]

I had the opportunity to meet and play a little with Jake back in 2002? in Hawaii. One of the nicest guys I've ever met. He's done for the ukelele what Bela Fleck has done for the banjo. His amazing talent is only overshadowed by his pure joy for music & life. A true inspiration for all of us. Thanks for posting this. Peace. JR

[@michaelgaboardi9817]

I've been to a concert of his! He's an awesome dude

[@Tysoreny]

In 3 words or less: With passion

[@scareacorn3989]

Tysoreny Thats what i was thinking he should say

[@irenesalinas7007]

Tysoreny From the heart:)

[@azurewolf3195]

Irene Salinas That's what I was thinking! Or "follow your heart".

[@hughjass2612]

it's really great this guy is such a inspirational and positive person it'd good to see there is still people like this

[@theukeplayer9775]

Omg, I’m a huge fan of Jake. You are so lucky. I wish I could meet him someday

[@SlaughteredDecay]

Ukulele is such an underappreciated and underestimated instrument.

[@tomoffer4764]

what a nice video to start the day with...ukulele and a cup of coffee. thanks

[@shovelhead4558]

Man that guy blew my mind watching him play years ago in the park he just got better

[@JoLeng205000]

Practice make perfect! Basic plus hard work plus passion will make you a better player!

[@michaellammay9937]

i first saw jake... it was over 10 years ago. i was downloading clickbait guitar videos off limewire, and there he was. he wasnt steve vai or rusty coolie, but he inspired me greatly, in terms of arrangement and the possibilities of musicallity. beautiful, humble dude. glad to see him killin it

[@redshieldart1767]

What a wonderful person.

[@MrAppleiman1]

How to play ukulele in 3 words. Heart, mind and fingers!

[@shrimpyasaad]

seems like a great Guy

[@blarfblarfson]

I met that man and shook his hand, he's my hero

[@trevorbateman354]

jake is a god!

[@mattt9298]

Very cool guy. Keep wowing us, Jake!

[@lilie9042]

Feng E has left the chat

[@HeROsiNhEaVeN]

Jake is truly badass!

[@chancevonfreund9145]

He is amazing i bought Ukulele to learn after seeing him play. I will never be as good as him but its fun . 🎸

[@lilromierome]

If you know Kalei Gamiao, you will notice him on the top right when Jake starts playing

[@alienmoondudes8071]

lilromierome21 also Kyle and Aldrine from ukulele underground :D

[@elbowsanchez]

Would love to see those 3 shred together.

[@iamdaveandhaveaniceday2651]

Finally a ukulele player that can play more than somewhere over the rainbow

[@mikajoseph623]

Dammit, *HE'S SO SWEET*

[@I-OGameDev]

What a great personality as well.

[@gizmomac1520]

At 5:52 isn't Martin was the oldest and the first (mainstream) ukulele maker around US/world?

[@pirvumaria4863]

I love this guy I learn his fingerstyle for get lucky Amazing

[@roccomont329]

huh, was looking for clips of great ukulele players and it brings me to music is win!! double win!

[@azbasshead]

Tyler - what is the point in asking a question like "how do you play music in three words or less?" I've seen you ask other musicians the same and like Jake, they look as if they just want to walk away at such an insignificant question...

[@a395205700]

Scott Miller I feel the same way, so awkward

[@johnp6295]

love your videos man!

[@JawJX]

Damn you ask a lot of tough questions 😂😂

[@complexshadows483]

Seems very humble I love him!

[@beatarcheologzt]

wow great vid. this channel should be called music is shred lol that playing at the end was crazy

[@rachaelspedding7622]

My three words to describe music. Decorate the airwaves.

[@MrLouisfine]

Thank you for this upload!

[@forestgod1845]

What a good guy!

[@geoeast436]

Dude is freaking amazing

[@ChrisGorman87]

So humble!

[@nathanslavinskas5287]

he was a very cool guy

[@michaelkinley6422]

I really want to get a ukulele and learn how to play it

[@dadsson4013]

Now he has fun with his instrument

[@PhilipCovino-ij4np]

With Immense Passion

[@theprodigalson4003]

Use your heart would be my answer to the three words or less

[@gabrielkeller6817]

Am I the only one who's noticed that so many great guitarist's name start with J? Like Joe Satriani, John Petrucci, John Frusciante, Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Page, Joan Jett, Jack White, Jeff Beck, Johnny Ramone, Robert Johnson, James Burton, John McLaughlin... and here Jake, not exactly a guitarist but he's part of the reason I thought of this

[@gabrielkeller6817]

I'm sure the so many more, feel free to continue the list

[@skwisgaarskwigelf8439]

Gabriel Keller Jack White is complete trash

[@buddyfuck7114]

Skwisgaar Skwigelf How so?

[@keenansmith6163]

Gabriel Keller Jian D'sa, Jdave Mustaine and many more. You're right!

[@fifi-fx1zb]

You like it or not im gonna add Josh Klinghoffer to the list

[@SherlockConanHaibara]

LUCKY!

[@raygaming27]

Lagu na te ngenahen

[@tabasajustinjakej.7715]

i just wish that teaching someone play something is free and you only have to pay to buy a instrument

[@gatzmatunga4599]

Music in 3 words. For the love

[@Calvbread]

Amazing guy ❤

[@lambykin842]

My ukulele teacher showed me some of his videos and I was inspired by his Bohemian Rhapsody.

[@brettdavis5555]

That is one awesome dude.

[@juststone2628]

I love ukulele

[@Floatnx]

Jake: YEAH...

[@pburce1645]

hearing him say his last name wrong and him knowing who he is is a total fringe

[@josephfriedman1327]

ukulele hero!!

[@jackm.9286]

why is while my guitar gently weeps so popular for covers

[@PauLo157xd]

idk Jet Lee plays ukelele

[@3vanguardofthephoenix335]

How do you play music or describe music in three words? Have fun dude 😄

[@4672-m9f]

thousands strumming , moving around in a big circle!!!

[@rejhabib]

That moment when the microphone goes a BIT up 😲

[@vitaliihanych1036]

Less words, more music.

[@justabout6979]

I know, practice,patience,persistence

[@EatMyUke]

the GOAT

[@DarkRising12]

awesome

[@scareacorn3989]

What's the song he plays at the end or is he just freestyling?

[@grantdiggs7088]

4:03 I think Eric Johnson has achieved the perfect tone.

[@jda3comics693]

Jake is the best

[@bryanfigueroa941]

my honest response to his question in the beginning: Go Buy One!!!!!!!

[@dennisyebba2978]

Hey Taylor, what kind of mic are u you using in this video?

[@Jasonadventures]

Cool

[@fitnessmessiah7525]

he strummed a girl once, shes still recovering.

[@felipandule]

You should listen to Nashville Sessions is his newest album and it is amazing!

[@MarkiiiRust]

This needs to be in final fantasy

[@tylerrexjackson366]

Jakes signature rubbed off my ukulele :,(

[@ryanvillamorrrr]

My 3 words of advice for me is patience, practice and passion. The 3 P's

[@aaahah9931]

Meme Machine Practice Stay Determined

[@hamzazaidi7042]

was I the only one looking at the Bassist

[@FantaManJay]

2:23 he was thinking on an Asian level

[@hambonesyndrome8767]

My answer would be, "All By Ear."

[@CroatianZombie]

+Waters Don't put words in other people's mouths

[@SumailDota]

yeaahhhh

[@jacekrogulski850]

Um i know how to sleep with my eyes close fyi

[@Burps___]

Typical KZbin interview: too much explanation (just ask the question!); inane questions just to be odd; no follow-up questions.

[@mtthsgrr]

all interview was level 100 of cringe

[@Freakinfunniestguyev]

Wait a second that's not Vance Joy...

[@justinkrann7406]

He’s okay but needs to work on his upstrokes.

[@lilu549]

This is blasphemy, Tyler Joseph is the ultimate ukulele god :))

[@T_money808]

kaethe ッ Jake is miles better lmao

[@juliannagabor7710]

Not certain about the points made but ,if anyone else wants to learn about ukulele lessons online try Pycanta Amazing Ukulele Protocol ( search on google ) ? Ive heard some super things about it and my co-worker got great success with it.

[@ACoustaDC]

Wow.... Tommy Chong is quite the bass player.

[@SlungStrat]

butchered his last name but nice try man love yah

[@stuartwrigglesworth9339]

Not for me

[@123456789arty]

Downvoted for the title of the video

[@minnex6037]

wtf

[@nagisa4018]

Wait no, thats Feng E.

[@kxle9111]

Feng E is better no offense