Tommy Emmanuel - Those Who Wait

[@sacitmanav]

even string buzzes beautiful

[@soofitnsexy]

hes capt buzz....love him!

[@soofitnsexy]

@Harry Baals lol it does sound like shit!

[@darrylbrooks3361]

TE plays with a very easy action and he's always plugged in so he can play very lightly..

[@thiravud]

Along with the sheet music to this song (excerpts found in Google Books), I found these liner notes by Tommy E: "I think one of the hardest things that I’ve ever had to learn is patience; and trust and faith in believing that things are going to work out. That’s really hard to learn, to be patient. That’s what this song is about. About truly trusting that if your motives are right, and everything about you is heading in the right direction, then there is no way you can go wrong."

[@Halcyon-12]

Truly beautiful music and what it means ❤❤

[@pslcowboy9304]

The chorus gives the shivers every time I listen!

[@rabbittraps]

We have been listening to him for over 50 (not 30) years here in Australia...from the Emmanuel family band (age 6), his time in 'Goldrush' (on drums- brother Phil played guitar) different t.v. show themes we grew up with, his telecaster days, we love him VERY much. Glad you do too. (youtube Tommy and Phil -they are great fun.) We have quietly considered him the best on the planet for a long time, yet ever day he is 'discovered' by someone who never heard of him before. Enjoy.

[@markopolo2224]

57 years now wow

[@christophertownley6734]

I learned and played this song inside out years ago, beautiful piece. One of Tommy's best recordings online 🙂

[@WSBM]

For me this is the most perfect song ever written. Trying to play it for myself is like a putting together a 1000 piece puzzle suffering from color blindness, but I'm trying, one phrase at a time. Maybe one day I'll have it down. I am waiting :)

[@ackbarization]

Well, we all need to have a dream :) And it does not matter how many times he shows you how he plays, you can never offer more than a poor imitation if you try. Like all those people who have done original covers of his songs, you need to take the essence of the music & translate it into your own musical voice if you want it to sound any good.

[@kevinlewis9586]

Keep going...you CAN do it!

[@mtbmadman187]

Did you learn it dude? Seeing him live is amazing

[@WSBM]

@@mtbmadman187 2/3rds of it with some modifications, lol. I started on a short scale Taylor gs mini which made it much easier on those stretched out chords and now can do it on my normal scale length. My playing is still clunky and nothing like his, but it’s so enjoyable at the same time. Thanks for asking!

[@mtbmadman187]

@@WSBM ah man that is awesome! I can play the intro badly haha.

[@gavinparkes2846]

Buddy of mine calls me up and tells me I gotta go see this guy in Toronto last week. Never heard of him. Checked this vid on youtube here along with a few others. Completely floored. Ive played guitar for 30 + years and had never even heard of him. Go to his show in Toronto and I have to say..I was actually ASHAMED OF MYSELF for not knowing who he is. I wish I had known 20 years ago cause flat out...Tommy Emmanual IS the best guitar player in the world and has been for years. Just amazing.

[@joeguitargod]

This song never fails to bring a tear(or ten!) to my eyes it's so beautiful. IMO, Tommy is one of the greatest guitarists EVER!

[@shopwookie]

And 9 years later I STILL LOVE THIS SONG....

[@PierLim]

It's been a long time since I listened to this... this was the song that intro-ed me to Tommy. What a great song, what a great message.

[@Menacing_Mike]

Same. This was also my Tommy introduction. That was over a decade ago. So glad I found him.

[@MrJackchap]

Tommy -are you kidding me-that was the most beautiful song ever played,thank you for your gift of music.You are an inspiration to so many of us....blessings

[@TheZacdes]

I like Angelina better:)

[@TheRAWLEX]

Пробрало до самого сердца. Даже пустил слезу... Мне кажется, я сумасшедший меломан :С

[@MsLang95]

Пониженный строй. Круто!

[@prym29]

Tommy is like Yoda for me... what a talent

[@Notinserviceij]

So why aren't you a Jedi yet?

[@dbmusicz]

Notinserviceij Who said he isn't?

[@Notinserviceij]

You just wrecked it...

[@TheZacdes]

Perfectly playing he does:)

[@juanpabloranninger7967]

What!? He supplies you with ketamine?!

[@BluesDan321]

I have the cd of his called "ONLY" with "Those Who Wait" being the first track, and you can actually still hear the fret buzz on the studio recording. It's just my opinion, but I think Tommy is such a genius that he purposely leaves the buzz in there to give the song character--so you can actually "hear the wood", so to speak.

[@somedaygibson6894]

What can you say? Just wonderful. And played with a flat pick.

[@macryan19]

I just find it funny how someone says he believes he is enjoying it.. when there isnt another soul on the planet who shows more passion then Tommy. Mind boggling to me.

[@GuitArchitect011]

One of the most brilliant pieces of music I have ever stumbled across.. This song makes me speechless!

[@hodesje]

Heard this number 2nite for the first time during an examination for the music academy from my niece........a direct hit to my heart........what a beauty !

[@Shawnpmetal]

This song makes me take every single detail of my own life and playing and question who I am. I wanna write songs like this someday. Amazing !

[@hammer8140]

what an awesome guitarist! Tommy I am inspired by you! I have played guitar for many years and am in my sixties and a real cowboy to boot. My fingers have been broke too many times handling horses and cattle to play like you do but I do try. Thank you sir for yer music it brings me peace and comfort

[@georgeleicht9917]

Someone who teaches their self guitar to this level has a gift from God...amazing...

[@ackbarization]

The whole album Only I think is one of the most perfect albums ever produced by any musician. It is made all the more special by the fact that it is all him, no backing or accompaniment.

[@brianfurchner]

If you truly can follow the way he expresses himself in this song, you will truly get the concept on why 8 people that voted dislike on this are just unhappy as human beings.....

[@hannaheide3038]

What an absolutely beautiful piece and astounding playing. I love it!

[@Msterri51]

Magnificent! Tommy is truly a genius ....

[@monolel]

And here it is, the best acoustic-guitar player of our time, playing one of the best songs for its instrument... with NO ONE SINGLE mistake...

[@chuheiwei]

if anyone else tried to play this guitar, they'd buzz everywhere and make a fool of themselves. when tommy emmanuel plays it, it sounds even every buzz of the string is exactly where it's supposed to be. this piece has an amazing character and emotion that you cant find anywhere else. keep on playing, tommy

[@MarkPell]

Greatest fingerstyle acoustic guitarist ever to live.

[@bsnf-5]

Lenny Breau

[@MarkPell]

@@bsnf-5 Lenny was amazing, but I stand by my original statement. Best to you.

[@bsnf-5]

@@MarkPell I actually agree with you. Lenny was interesting but Tommy is the best and perhaps even more versatile, ironically. But Lenny deserved a longer life

[@Pe3Dee]

The great Tommy Emmanuel indeed is a musician for future generations and also a wonderful person and a true blessing to everybody, especially to guitarists, and i was lucky enough to meet him in person~

[@de_frame_films]

can i cry?? this piece is beautiful..

[@daf827]

What a lovely melody! Tommy never fails to please.

[@sanyodude14]

its 3 AM and i still listen to this. you are a god, Mr Emmanuel.

[@macryan19]

You believe? lol how can anyone not see, Tommy absolutely loves with all his soul the music he plays. Clear as day. Hope people are emotionally intelligent enough to see that..

[@guicasoamillo]

This is my Tommy, congratulations master!!

[@larryclark1518]

This song takes me on a beautifully uplifting journey. THANK YOU Tommy. You ARE the best.

[@AlisherGazibekov]

Сколько многого я не... даже не знаю как описать... но лучше его я в своей жизни не слышал... Спасибо Мужик, От Души Спасибо!!!

[@maagu-_-]

This song is always special for me and reminds me of Isaiah 40:31: "But those who wait on the Lord Shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings like eagles, They shall run and not be weary, They shall walk and not faint." I thank God for discovering Tommy Emmanuel​; such a wonderful and talented musician. His music reaches my heart in ways nothing else can.

[@keganpullen3227]

maagu karuri Thats what this reminded me of as well when I discovered this song last year!! Amen bro!!!

[@faletoesea]

+maagu karuri Amen to that. It is a great rendition of that bible verse. This is a wonderful song and one of his best composition. God bless you TE.

[@WSBM]

Same here, and my favorite Tommy Song...

[@bambostarla6259]

True :D

[@ruatsakabawitlung7457]

Wow! what a corelation

[@shredfactor7]

Saw him last night in fredericton. Jaw dropping. He didnt play this song but he did play many greats

[@batworksstudios7069]

I don't own an acoustic guitar......I am going to buy one and try this song.......Maybe in 10 years I will have one part down.....I have no words for this song and Tommys playing

[@youlan4668]

Totally agreed. Such a beautiful song. Hope you can play the song soon.

[@BrokenWingman]

His guitar buzzes and still sounds absolutely gorgeous.

[@filippogamberini4026]

Giving chills with only an acoustic guitar. What an hero

[@Pe3Dee]

anyway this is the first song i've heard by Tommy Emmanuel and i am so very thankful now for having discovered Tommy and his lessons about life and music and i play this song since 4 years now... still excited about every little progress from time to time when i can play the guitar regular ^^ this song is pure joy, strength and magic for me

[@gatsbyKLoGGitz]

the best guitar player!

[@bobmarini]

Awesome as always!!! Soooo much feeling in every note!

[@sebwest11]

Think I heard him say somewhere that the song is about that good things comes to those who doesn't live life just on the basis of the temporary pleasures we can find everywhere (those who wait and find fulfillment in activities they've invested time, heart and soul in). For example: an individual living to just please his senses and cure his boredome as fast as possible may of course find joy, but this joy will not compare to for example a seasoned guitar player like tommy playing his heart out

[@bjrntorearstein6347]

Let us instead give Tommy a good listen to hear the message..and then reflect on the music and its universal appeal. This, for instance, is for me a song full of promise. The title alone is an encouraging one! A good musician is very accomplished at letting his instrument do the talking. Fact is, his talent is THERE, and he uses it in a way loved by most of us -including me. To top that off, he seems like a nice guy, too...what more do you want? What I´d like to know is whether Tommy has released the song yet..

[@BluesDan321]

Yes, this great song is on his cd called "Only", which was released in 2000. Listen to a couple of his other great songs too, my friend. Look up "Since We Met" and "Angelina" on KZbin, as he has many others too. Happy listening!

[@spectrumwiz]

Beautiful work, beautiful song, if I could only pick the strings 1/32 as good as Tommy but a great inspiration. It sounded more like a DADGAD tuning but I could be wrong.

[@bjrntorearstein6347]

Thanks, BluesDan321..I will!

[@maagu-_-]

Bjørn Tore Arstein Here's how I see the message. (I dunno if it's just me) Isaiah 40:31: "But those who wait on the LORD will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint." So yes, it is full of hope and encouragement for me too :-D

[@bjrntorearstein6347]

maagu karuri It´s not just you..in fact most Christians easily could read something like that into it, Maagu! Which is one of the prerogatives of music..every single person has his/her way of finding a suitable meaning in it. That is why I find it to be the world´s best form of - if you will- therapy! And why there is no better bridge between cultures..

[@datamasked623]

That is a brilliant composition.

[@Msterri51]

Magnificent! !!!! Tommy is the Man! !

[@WeRoCkGaMeS]

finally about the reach the end of the road of learning this song...

[@dustinfrench5163]

I love this thank you Tommy

[@cnhsbaseball12]

I’ve watched this video more times than I’d like to admit...such a beautiful piece by a great player

[@mitchellrosenthal6305]

No shame in great taste! This performance brings out a lot of emotions in me so I definitely understand, I keep coming back as well.

[@graciesnyder2602]

Tommy is the greatest person ever

[@tanakornpraditsuwan9631]

Beautiful music Tom. 👍

[@vinnothelizard]

i learnt it in a day!! piece of cake!!

[@thedocmaverick]

This is trulya breathtakingly, beautiful piece!

[@jayjlyl7466]

thank you for all these songs so beautiful to work. the challenge is high but when you come through. ahhhaaaaaah!!!

[@mariopalermo4]

Una meraviglia Tommy!

[@paowauable]

His guitar is living ! can see it ! So nice ! I like those instruments who are show us that they are in a team with hands :)

[@powerspot5000]

I played this piece 7 times in a row and it put me in such a great mood to start my day. Great style. When I play my guitar it helps me relax and unwind. Tommy Emmanuel seems to have that effect on me also. Thanks

[@successmentor]

who would leave a thumbs-down on this song? It is a masterpiece!

[@timothywanjohi5248]

a jerk

[@chinoparatodo]

Success Mentor morons are everywhere man forgive em

[@gertnood]

The same mindless trolls that post 1-1/2 to 2% dislikes on every single YT video no matter the content. That default level of dislikes is as meaningless to me as the opinions of those that blindly post them - all it does is confirm that the video is posted to KZbin.

[@JungBinBrianKim]

Magician of Guitar. So beautiful Thank you Tommy!

[@charliefoxtrot1823]

simple and perfect. Thank you tommy.

[@NBKN3]

Most more difficult to play than it sounds and looks. Not saying that it does not sound great cause it does. I met Tommy ones - A true one of a kind person and the worlds best acoustic player. I will never forget the advice he gave me when i asked for his best shot on playing guitar. What a genious. I'll keep it as a memory along with the strings he played on my guitar. Makes me happy to think about everytime i listen to his master pieces.

[@triptoheaveandho]

this guy puts amazing feeling into every note.......

[@vinc64911]

I learned this song a few years ago and now that I listen to it again I want to learn it another time!

[@wkclshero]

Don't know what it is but this is one of those Tommy compositions that really stirs the emotions...

[@craigmuir9384]

Ma favourite tune fae Tommy 👏👏👏👍

[@andrijastefanovic9694]

Fuck, its so good that pulls out from depression. Thank you for this!

[@JasonLeonPike]

Beautiful! He plays each part like he's showing me rare treasure; "...and look at this one!"

[@RickInRock84]

Can't describe how makes me feel this tune. This and Drivetime are my favourite TE ones.

[@JimHoy-Rockstar]

Beautiful touching song! Tommy is such an incredible talent. Thanks for posting!!!

[@ahjaysusno]

Mind......Blown

[@sandraevans4082]

love the sounds you and your instrament make, just lovely

[@marioshine2288]

Amazing, love this song.

[@timrowe3349]

Tommy is without a doubt one of the most talented musician ever. My lord and savior truely gifted him. He hopefully gives thanks to jesus for his huge gift .

[@leojackson459]

Amen to that

[@666Eddie123321]

..... this is probably more to the fact that he play the guitar since he was 4 y.o. or so. and practice every day.....

[@1Joren]

I'm fine with religion and all that. But it is immensely disrespectful to discredit Tommy like that. His excellence isn't a gift. It's thousands and thousands of hours of dedication and hard work combined with an amazing amount of passion. What I do agree with that he's the luckiest guy on earth for making a living out of the thing he loves most in the world :)

[@timrowe3349]

1Joren every body is GIVEN a gift from God. What is yours?

[@jackalchat]

He ought take the credit himself I think....

[@GabrielNardinMusic]

When somebody asks for the definition of "Perfection" and you don´t want to lose time with long explanations, you just tell the person who asks to listen to this theme.

[@Dinkeycreek]

Melodic perfection.

[@bigjimixox]

Wow, such a gifted guitarist.

[@nancyl2]

I totally agree and could not say it better myself. This is one of the fave's this evening and I shared it on my fb wall for all who visit me there. It is most beautiful harmony and like you I love the total musician seeing their face and body language show the whole picture of the artist. 5*'s + to our infinity. :-)

[@bardforhiree8454]

beautiful guitar and even more beautiful song

[@AkimboBerettas]

ahhhhhhh.... my soul is fed

[@superdave2112]

One of my favorites!

[@northland..]

such beautiful and perfect melody

[@simonemarino3435]

Fantastic! There are no other words! O.O

[@Sn4pDr4gon]

If you listen to this song...and the only thing you hear and comment on is the minor fretbuzz...your soul needs some serious work F.Y.I. That's how you know.

[@josephread4702]

Ah...that intro. Hit it, Tommy!

[@Trohawkk]

FUGGKEN BEAST ON THE BOX BRO

[@acoustictunes69]

What an inspiration.

[@troubleliste]

Reminds me somehow of a Michael Hedge's style of composition, masterpiece!

[@pasha355]

Tommy once told me that Those who wait was inspired by Michael.

[@Fr3derick]

Excellent Grandma Mary

[@dr05guitar]

I've been practicing this song...there are so many nuances and details to his playing that makes it hard to match his style...Definitely some work but I love the sound of this song and it gives me a lot of joy playing it.

[@MrRonLafleur]

thank you tommy.

[@gonzalodelatorre1730]

i LOVE his guitar

[@rjamesjazz]

Yes, "Perfection" and "Beauty", Gabriel.

[@GabrielNardinMusic]

+r james It would work as well... :)

[@keigomail691024]

very very very good !!!

[@marnalarsen7595]

I love this song!

[@MsJackie112233]

How sweet he is...

[@franktaylor3740]

Great melody. Reminds me of Phil Keaggy.

[@-invincible6007]

beautiful guitar sound