The Beatles - Don't Let Me Down - Lesson by Mike Pachelli

Here's a lesson on "Don't Let Me Down" by the Beatles. Chart & Tabs at: www.MikePachelli.com

[@stewartsnape1231]

This man is your best bet if you’re an interested Beatles fan and want to learn the guitar parts , he’s a Beatles specialist

[@alanu2hot]

HE is VERY Good !!!

[@Jdizzle6969]

Beatleologist!

[@joehaas4546]

Totally agree.

[@oliverpictures662]

He is so cool!!!! He should have been a BEATLE himself!!!

[@carlosnichols9483]

Absolutely I am sooooo friggin fortunate I found MikePachelli channel! Best thing to ever happen to KZbin

[@irishguy13]

When it's dissected like this, one can see the geniuses at work even clearer.

[@bomat761]

irishguy13 amen brother !

[@Joe-mz6dc]

Genius is making it look easy. (Even though it's not.)

[@dougdedmon1295]

He's a great teacher

[@johnv4866]

The rooftop performance is sooooo fabulous. John's performance is electrifying.

[@ryant246]

All of them did

[@johnv4866]

True dat, and Mr. Pachelli did a nice job, himself

[@MrKenny777]

There's something about the cold air and John's breath vapour - totally raw, totally alive sound.

[@ConwayBob]

I think they all knew it was the end of the road for them as a band, and so they poured their hearts and souls into that January rooftop performance. Come on, Paul, please release that movie on Blu-ray. Please!

[@nblackmore]

I find it amazing especially since they were freezing cold. George warmed his fingers under a cigarette lighter at one point.

[@tellimhacim4903]

Ok. This Pachelli version is the best tribute to The Beatles 'Don't Let Me Down' that I've ever heard. Yes I've heard others, but this one captures the passion like no other

[@MPfrance]

Thanks Tellim! Those are very kind words indeed.

[@glennmaciver-allan7320]

Yes, I agree, You blew me away with this, Very Well Done!

[@geneo3654]

Wow Mike I gotta hand it to you, the best I've heard also . your playing guitar and singing is awesome !

[@alansas5737]

Mike plays it like no other. The only difference is his voice. Bravo Mike! I always watch your video’s.

[@samueljweston]

Have wanted to know that George run down in the verse for a LONG TIME! Amazing sir!

[@OzTwanger]

My favourite Beatles song. Great work to spot John's use of the pick. George's playing is incredible. Macca’s bass is amazing. Ringo drums it out of the park. Cream on the cake is Preston's keys

[@eliteretribution1971]

His keys on the Let It Be Naked version are incredible.

[@DanielinLaTuna]

Billy Preston!

[@ToddLorencUkuleleMusic]

Totally agree

[@Effexlol]

Those keys send it through the atmosphere

[@jescocom1]

I love your lessons because you're not afraid to sing with them. It's kinda hard to learn a two or three cord song that just repeats itself without the word to go along with it.

[@theloniouscoltrane3778]

Music lessons are both aural and visual. Tabs/chord shapes on screen are of great help. May your generosity come back to you hundredfold. We appreciate your talent and efforts. Thanks ❤

[@crisslastname9417]

"Three chords and the truth." Yup, works every time! Thanks for sharing!

[@terset9912]

love the the way John forgets a line on the rooftop concert; also Billy does gorgeous keyboards; love John and Paul still singing harmony together that close to the breakup. George's custom tele...MIke, thanks for all your great posts !

[@CraggyIsland123]

Same I really love that part when he forgets the line and everyone has a little smile and a laugh😃

[@VeeDubJohn]

Nice job! The older I get, the more I appreciate those guys. I think I learned to walk with Sgt. Pepper spinning on dad’s record player. Streaming it over 50 years later and it still sounds fresh. People will study this music til the end of time.

[@lilTwigLP]

I really Love These Beatles Videos, your videos are for free so it's like your a cool uncle who teaches you all the beatles songs and knows so much about them! So great that it's documented and I can always play it back! Thank you mike, always excited go see a new one.

[@67foxcharlie]

I started learning this great song a couple weeks ago from another KZbin guitar teacher. What I’ve learned from your in depth tutorial is fantastic. Thank you.

[@froter1]

The Beatles always had fun guitar parts ... thanks for bringing them back Mike !

[@philb1649]

Brilliant Mike. Thanks for opening out this classic. Appreciate it even more.

[@DarkShadow-fj5ex]

Mike, This is definitely the best lesson of this song out there. All kudos to you for your fantastic effort.🎸👍👍

[@paulsimmons5726]

My daughter is gonna love trying this tune, it's her favorite Beatle's song! Thanks for sharing!

[@bpcgmorrison4084]

Watching Them do this song on the roof top video still gives me goose bumps after all these years...Just love it Mike Thanks.

[@JONNYFONG]

Clicked 'like' straight away and then spent the next 21 mins smiling! Great song from The Beatles, one of my faves. You're super cool Mike Pachelli! Thanks brother!

[@ThePowerpointMaster]

Mike Pachelli is my favourite music related channel on KZbin, I just love the way he teaches, love how talented he is, and love his humour, great work!

[@shoppe99]

It's stunningly amazing how you can take as diverse a population as exists on this planet and unite them under one idea , that The Beatles are absolutely the greatest band that ever and may ever exist. That is the true sign of geniuses at work. Right along side, da Vinci, Beethoven, or Einstein. You can take a person that knows nothing about the complexities of music and make them exclaim "WOW, that was beautiful". That's when you know that you have created something of value and significance for the world. Then you have Mike Pachelli, who can very carefully explain how they did it. That is a true master of their music. All the nuances of the craftsmanship in their songs would never be understood if someone like Mike didn't point them out and you begin to understand why the Beatles were the phenomenon that they were.The human ear and brain can tell the difference between a piece of music that was thrown together and one that was crafted with otherworldly talent. How many times has George Harrison brought just the perfect touches as a lead guitarist to a Lennon/McCartney masterpiece. Just the understated presents of his leads throughout the entire portfolio of the Beatles works is testament to his genius of beautifully crafted solos. And Ringo what another understated rhythm and solo artisan, without which the "sound" could have never been the same. His solos stand out as testament to a percussion that is as much a genius as Georges', just the perfect balance of accent and unique taste to carry the song to perfection. It's truly a miracle these four lads were brought together when they were.

[@tonybates7870]

Yes, I agree - talk about a perfect storm. It really is amazing how those particular people were the same age, were growing up in the same place, with the same sense of humour, same taste in music, and with so much talent, imagination and determination. Then, if you throw in Epstein's dedication and the fortuitous meeting with George Martin it becomes even more astonishing. I'm not superstitious, but you have to wonder sometimes. 😀

[@brianwalsh6666]

Brilliant comment and it bears spelling out, as too many people grossly oversimplify their work. We owe Mike a great debt; his niche knowledge renders him a real scholar of the subject, while his wonder before his subject is utterly contagious. So much for a '3 chord ditty'! Thank you for shining even more light upon the collective genius that originated from Liverpool.

[@anthonysmyth1239]

Very good comment. However, one small point. they weren't 'brought' together.

[@sunking2001]

Again...thanks Mike for showing the world the genius guitar work between John and George. You are a very good player yourself and deserve a lot of credit for "breaking down in detail" these great Beatles tunes.

[@speedoflight9005]

Hard work, Mike! And great results as always...THANK YOU!

[@jamesbrew3813]

A guitar musican can't go wrong learning the Beatles songbook. It's really cool seeing, and learning how, George compliments John's driving rhythms.

[@sorenahlback]

Another great song and lesson. George had so cool musical ideas with licks and solos that gave the songs an unique touch.

[@cnmusic2264]

Mike Pachelli, once again, this is great! You are the best Beatle KZbin guitarist/explainer. Keep these videos going Mike, they are absolutely wonderful and everyone else agrees. You are a gem

[@johnmonroney8614]

I concur wholeheartedly.

[@spannerman4886]

Mr Pachelli, I love your attention to detail, musical excellence! Thank you for taking the time. I'm 67 and have been playing these songs since the day they came out and you found stuff I never! Thank you👍🏼

[@robertdavis9986]

amazing how complex it is..yet sounds so simple. genius. much thanks.

[@geo.cgeier3435]

Awesome! Loved it and the bonus is Mike singing and playing the song at the end! Thanx

[@Hughami]

Mike, that was beautifully demonstrated and explained, your videos have really progressed, especially with the great demo at the end. Excellent, and thank you. Hope this one brings you many new admirers, you deserve it. 👏

[@martinfederico7269]

The interlocking of rhythms in this song, between all instruments (as always), but especially complex here between John and George. And the tone of the guitars, everything is perfect. In this video Mike manages a beautiful tone on the tele, very close to the original, so tubey and glassy, just breaking up. Congrats for everything Mike, you are the authority here on YT.

[@ramonvelez5342]

all i can say is that mike is a real guitar master..complete package..a very patient teacher with a fabulous range of hearing..thanks man..

[@pgarcia1994]

I love Mike's lessons. With this song and singing it now we can tell how John's voice was amazing rough and beautiful. And Paul added his voice what a harmony. Thank you Mike for helping us to learn this beautiful song, one of my favorite songs from The Beatles.

[@DagohTheMago]

Great song, one of my favourites Beatles song. Its just amazing!!! Thank you for that little pearl.

[@danieljarvis3828]

Thank you for the great lesson, appreciate all the effort you put into these breakdowns.

[@keithfowler6876]

I remember watching the mike pachelli show on a local start up video channel in the early 80s called wtmv 32 out of central fla used to enjoy watching , good to see you still playing great music

[@123wowi]

Just perfect - the singing part and all instruments. Thank you so much.

[@madmac66]

Outstanding lesson. This is one of my all time favorite songs. And now I can’t stop playing it. 🙏

[@raymondcampanini6847]

Mike is a kindred soul for sure! I just love 💕 his interpretations of the Beatles! Don’t let me down Mike! You haven’t so far 💕

[@jackorbit7258]

That was great Mike. They suerly were geniuses. They sound as good and as fresh today as the day I first heard them back in 1963 when I was in 7th grade.

[@kriskozolanka2665]

The two-part harmony works so well. Thanks for your patient understanding. I'm getting closer to trying these musical parts.

[@oqsy]

Amazing how George and Billy make this song seem so much more complex and daunting than the 3 chord nature buried beneath. Great video! Thanks for making this!

[@lloydrobert6182]

Simply brilliant. You're unassuming, yet so perceptive. Thanks for the lesson, it's making a big difference in my playing!

[@66ebutu]

Cor! Mike, you are brilliant!! I can listen to you all day.

[@scottmoncrieff5627]

this is brilliant, Mike! Thanks for your talent, time and sharing this great song with us.

[@hpelisr]

Well done Mike, real cool. I will be working on this. I have been watching your videos for a while and they are getting good ,Thanks for all your great help and time you must put into this.

[@pabloperez4063]

What a good And spontaneous and complete job, Mike!

[@mongrelhead1]

This is a most incredible performance of one of my all time favorite Beatle songs! Thank you for the very important "War is Over!" poster. Peace and Love!

[@bettyodell1420]

I ditto this comment

[@joshwmusic6838]

Yes Mike! Great tune! Keep up the Beatles tutorials they are the best!

[@MrGreenwheel1]

Fabulous video! Incredible Harrison part, gorgeous voicing, funky snycopation and so original. Your lessons continually inspire me to expand my skills! Thanks, Mike.

[@WelshIron]

Great lesson Mike. I really love this song and have never quite been able to pull off George's parts...till now! Thanks brother.

[@matthewbarnes6540]

Been watching you for years. You are so helpful and a genuine teacher. Thanks man.

[@daletwin1]

Why weren't you my guitar teacher growing up? I learn so much from you on how to really play these Beatles' songs the right way. I just love the little intricate details you share that make the songs sound like the recordings. Thanks, Mike. You didn't let me down. On a related note: I am a lifelong Beatles' fan. They are my favorite group of all time. I have had the honor of seeing Sir Paul live 5 times in my lifetime. He happens to also be my favorite Beatle though I love them all.

[@erikivan8686]

Thanks, Mike. Great teaching. You're making the world a better place!

[@tonypurcell1049]

Love you're passion for the Fab Four Mike, another enjoyable lesson, thank you

[@michaelchicolabarbera5071]

Absolutely love this breakdown! Thanks, Mike.

[@funkfan1751]

Outstanding lesson Mike! I love it!

[@ambroseharper8316]

Incredible breakdown of this song, many thanks 👏

[@1724gino]

you are so educational and entertaining, thank you so much for what you do for all of us.

[@Blues-man.]

Man I got to say you do a fantastic job, I was a true Beatles fan back in the day, they were true musicians, and you are very talented, through hard work, love of music.... thanks

[@hungfao]

I've played this before at parties and it typically gets people's attention being as iconic and recognizable a song as it is. But I mostly chunked through it laboriously by ear. Thanks for this post. Now I can perfect the George nuances - especially that middle walk down. I was playing it in a box and unnaturally forced the slides. Your method is more appealing and natural.

[@sowhatdude1]

I'm so glad to have found your channel- you are an absolute ACE!!! Thanks a million!!!

[@vitaliistep]

You are awesome Mike! Fabulous work here!

[@DaleyWard]

Superlative breakdown. Thanks, Mike.

[@adrianreyes4702]

Always excellent Mike! You always capture every nuance, and little detail that makes John’s sound what it is. Thank you! 👏 👏 👏

[@MPfrance]

Thanks for listening

[@alward5678]

Great job Mike. My Favorite Beatles songs are All of them. Love your instructional Videos. The Best man.

[@jeffreycash3662]

MP, you're just killin' it!!!

[@spaceage7899]

Once again well done! I've always loved and love playing this song. The singing is definitely hard to do.. Angst, hurt and all 🙏💜🎵🎶😎

[@harrydelange1821]

Your analysis are fabulous! And also very educational, easy and pleasant to follow. Many thanks!

[@MGB000DRIVER]

Mike excellent! Well explained you took out the mystery of playing this simple song!

[@stevencarbone7828]

Very amazing break down. Two thumbs up.

[@dannylharper6889]

Thanks Mike! Dang this is great! I have loved this song since it came out! Beautiful song.

[@WinstonOBoogie007]

Thank you Mike!!! I'm a high beginner/low intermediate player and this has always been a go-to for me because its easy to play and sing at the same time and fits my vocal range. The little fills you showed on the John part made my version of this ten times better. Thank you, love your channel.

[@MPfrance]

Hi John - so glad I could be of some assistance!

[@jamesnorris2393]

Thank you! Loved this!!! Excellent cover, too!!

[@vaccarioou22]

Nicely done - love the way GH tips his hat to Hendrix's rhythm style and solof from Wind Cries Mary

[@patpatpat1969]

Mike .....you are awesome ! Thank you so much for your videos. You are an amazing artist and teacher in your own right. The best Beatles music guitar teacher on KZbin.

[@andrewdavenport8158]

Mike you’re a legend. Such an amazing explainer. Thank you 🙏

[@truthstillmatters59]

Awesome job! True rendition to the Beatles. Thanks for the lesson.

[@hugomejia593]

AND you were great Mike, great chords congratulations I enjoyed all the way through

[@archiet2205]

Best Beatles tutorials on the tube without a doubt

[@CupidStunt72]

Mike, i love that song it's my ringtone !!! You broke it down beautifully. Wow

[@PMJugwunth]

Just love your gig. A one man Beatles.

[@jimmyshadden6236]

You gotta love the history lessons as much as the music.....well done my man!

[@edwardturello2782]

This is right on the money. When you do the whole song you sound just like John. Ringo should have you on his all Starr band. Congrats

[@MPfrance]

Edward - Thanks and yeah - do give Ringo a call on my behalf! ;-)

[@robpaige2376]

I love the look on your face at the end when you realise you've actually done the vocals justice. Thanks for all these videos, I've learned an awful lot in a short time thanks to you. The funny thing is, when Let It be was first broadcast on the BBC in the UK, my elder brother recorded the film on reel-to-reel and it was being constantly played in our house, and the version of this song is the take where John flubs the second verse, singing what sounds like "Oneresrisi gatbibluyigoo" and for years that was the only version I knew (I was about seven, so this really stuck in my mind). Anyway, sorry for waffling on and thanks again!

[@joesandersguitar8721]

As always. Fantastic work.

[@ideguimaraes5485]

Once again a great job Mike!

[@enchantederic3792]

Just wanted to hear this song tonight, with the rain, and damn, or perhaps Glory Be! - but Mike's singing (and the guitboxs) FEEL SO ... absolutely perfect. John smiles. The Rain smiles, hope you are well Mike. The voice, what a powerful thing. Thanks.

[@outoftheashes8794]

Absolutely incredible singing Mike, very impressive.

[@danielsturm809]

Mike-once again you are just fabulously 100% true!!! Thank you for teaching the truth. Yours ears are ears of gold. Fabulous!!!

[@MPfrance]

You are most welcome and thanks for those VERY kind words!

[@timothyfalguiere7585]

I’ll have to look at this later, this is awesome, I haven’t seen anyone appreciate this song before, very nice

[@josephroth8895]

Nice job explaining some of the nuisances in the three basic chords. Didnt realize that after all these years. Thank you sir!!

[@scatterkatjatzen1655]

Very nice! Fully explained and detailed! Also...what a extra ending Bonus, you put it all together with both guitars for the complete song. Now that's a guitar lesson! Thanks!

[@jeffj266]

I love your videos! It's like hearing the individual parts for the first time.

[@leehale5828]

A real inspiration, I'm going to try to finally learn the song properly with your guidance, thank you.

[@jcmclovin77388]

So enjoy your videos, Mike!

[@drutgat2]

Many thanks for this, Mike. GREAT lesson. George was a genius. 'One After 909' (the 'Rooftop' version, of course) is a also a superb example of his genius for miniimal, melodic playing.

[@georgejones5659]

Wonderful presentation --- great work -- especially the George Harrison parts -- Great cover. I am very impressed.

[@venderstrat]

George was such a wonderful guitarist. Thank you for this brilliant analysis, Mike!

[@glenx4892]

hey Mike great lesson Thanks... It's really cool that you're rocking the John look too with the round specs and the hair .ROCK ON!!!

[@alessandrorigobello7551]

Three chords and a masterpiece unique for ever, not similar to other tunes. Holy God