"While My Guitar Gently Weeps" on Vintage Oil Can Guitar

[@justinjohnsonlive]

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[@AlbredaWelde]

New subscriber, but from your other videos. You are amazingly talented. It just seems to flow right out of you. Stick anything with strings in your hands and you just seem to stroke it until it makes sounds that stir the soul. What an apt song, "While My Guitar Gently Weeps"... it is crying with joy at having your hands make it produce such amazing music! You have such a wide range, too and a unique sound/style. Stay true to yourself. You are one of a kind!

[@jonnyarant754]

I feel that music,I actually feel it in my deep dark soul,I'm a lost traveler in this wide world,all the one I've heard,You sir,are Amazing,much love from West Kentucky,in the sticks

[@qweshun1223]

How many damn guitars you got. It seems you always play a different one never the same but they are beautiful and full of great craft.

[@davidgkelleyjr]

Have you considered recording a version of "Let It Be"?

[@stevecooksey]

Thank you sir! Subscribed! :)

[@thumb-ugly7518]

I can’t imagine how much effort went into this skill. Thank you for your performance.

[@justaletdown]

Some say you just have to hand in your soul.

[@kornbread5359]

Maybe so

[@Jdb63]

@@justaletdown People who are too lazy to put in the work say that

[@noahbarnes9770]

Jimmy Dean Bowl or people just trying to make a joke

[@gtsipejr]

I think JJ reached the 10,000-hour rule early in life. Master guitarist.

[@erro7653]

That has got to be the sweetest rendition of "While My Guitar Gently Weeps" ever performed. Well done mate!

[@kornbread5359]

Erro tom petty prince and a crew

[@erro7653]

@@kornbread5359 True enough and I've seen that performance, but for true artistry I would have to say that Justin has captured the heart and soul of this song.

[@chasvanhulsentop4229]

Id like to see him and Jake Shimabukuro get together

[@luluwinke6581]

@@chasvanhulsentop4229 why?

[@soliv27]

Would have been great accompanied by a slide guitar (a slide one string shovel or tin can guitar) , something weeping :-)

[@xavierzamora4979]

Listening to this as it rains heavily rn while I'm camping in my tent. Best selection ever

[@artcflowers]

Ooo. Nice ambiance fo'sho! Im there!

[@dnowling6915]

I go my whole life thinking I've seen interesting people, then this guy just appears with more style in his little finger than everyone else I've ever met combined. Your work is amazing

[@kaisadler]

Agreed 100%!

[@kathleenperez9350]

1000% correct! This dude is IT!

[@truthhurts837]

While my guitar gently leaks.

[@TheRoyalBavarian]

No one would be more taken by this then the great George Harrison

[@markelmore66]

George Harrison is smiling down from heaven and saying “yea! That’s what I had in mind...”. When he hits that C sharp minor chord it sends a shiver down my spine. Who is this guy? I would go see him in concert. So good he doesnt even need a band!

[@TymP321]

Check his shovel guitar bit. So well done they accused him of faking the video til he did it live and shut everyone down

[@dragonheart8475]

Hell yeah

[@alleynkruk1568]

Sir George is looking down on him in the hope that he can get better “Oh, so that’s how the song I wrote should be played!

[@hanestshirtsarecool]

😐 No he's not....

[@Turte_Performance_Balancing]

Not Jeff Healey?

[@johnedwards1685]

Beautiful hypnotic vibe. A gentle, warm breeze from 1967. And all the ghosts that turned to look.

[@lindasmith6316]

"And All the Ghosts That Turned to Look." Sounds like the title of a song! ;D*

[@michaelmartin8285]

John Edwards Wow. Great writing. I mean that.

[@feeno1188]

Linda Smith This is actually pretty inspiring

[@ajwinford6983]

The visual is kinda haunting

[@jameslaugtug8937]

And the Spirits stopped what they they were doing, so they could better listen. And smiled sweetly at what sweet sounds they heard.

[@BHAKTIBROPHY]

Anyone who's wondering what "dynamics" means with regards to guitar? This is a perfect example. It doesn't mean playing loud or louder; after 46 yrs of playing, I'm not sure this can be taught. You either feel what you're playing and these dynamics come out through practicing your style, or you don't. Glorious playing. Thank you!

[@luluwinke6581]

yes, a perfect example

[@ahegaomemnon2059]

This man really just looks at random objects and asks himself "what if... guitar?"

[@guitarifuldexter6366]

He should make one out of a porch swing but it would have to be like the ironing bord one where it’s supported by something! 🤘🎸

[@MaksimHuzmiev]

I just imagine his face and eyelook when such thought comes into his mind

[@angieo1305]

Remind me of a guy in elementary school ´but what about soccer?’

[@tono6085]

This is probably the only rendition of this song that truly captures the emotion in the chorus

[@BrettHoustonTube]

I can't help humming "While my oilcan guitar slowly leaks..."

[@HirYoshima]

Now that's funny!

[@ravenmeadows7350]

Best Post OF the day award goes to Brett Houston Tube! LMAO! EPIC!

[@feeco8148]

哈哈哈 笑死了。。hahaha

[@NavyVetGamer]

Brett Houston Tube best comment ever

[@mikereynolds6118]

Brett Houston Tube right?

[@victorianmorals]

Easily my favorite guitarist to listen to and watch play. The talent is insane

[@luluwinke6581]

yes, and sanely in...xo

[@luluwinke6581]

07/22/2020

[@hescher997]

I appreciate what you do, and how you teach others and give back. Thats what its supposed to be all about . Long live Rock n Roll my brother

[@louisdelaverite2388]

That oil can guitar has a unique sound. I like that clean tone with a touch of a dirty sound.

[@sheeznutz2254]

Sound pretty slick!😁

[@jamessum825]

Louis de la Verité it’s beautiful.

[@briangriffith2460]

Exactly

[@stephenoliver321]

the sound pretty much comes from the amp settings, the guitar sound is minimal.

[@rusty823]

High-mileage oil is the secret.

[@wolfil8019]

I love nearly every version of this song that I hear, but yours may be the top on my list now. You add a beautifully swampy feel to it. I don't know if it's the way the oilcan guitar resonates or the way you play or the combination of the two. But this is one for me to come back to frequently. Thank you, Justin!

[@jeffalbillar7625]

Yngwie Malmsteen dies a pretty good version

[@aaronw447]

Dude poured his heart into his playing. His talent runneth over.

[@theirishviking9928]

My father passed away recently. He introduced me to Ry Cooder, Leon Redbone, Muddy Waters. This would have made him really smile. Thank you for sharing sir. Amazing talent.

[@GrahamMylett]

I want this guy to tour Australia! I'd be at every concert

[@kevinchadd8826]

Or New Zealand 👍

[@veraregina4525]

Or Brazil

[@ThinWhiteAxe]

How am I only hearing this now? It's utterly beautiful, arrangement and playing and tone and everything (and I dig the outfit too) 👌

[@zommellemmoz3999]

No time to envy him for his talent - just sit back and appreciate the quality if sound 👍

[@dennispervis8317]

man I feel the love coming through your playing...god bless you...

[@gloriacorti2486]

I feel the same!!! He's absolutely amazing❤ yes! God bless you!!!

[@junebrown3322]

This is one of my favourite emotional song ever 😢

[@hiddenthought3052]

If i could, i would teleport there, sit silently somwhere close and just listen. lovely art !

[@CherylSimser]

Me too! I would very quietly just soak it all in.

[@Shields18]

take me with u to this peaceful place :D

[@enijize1234]

Hidden Thought I'd be jonesing for a crack of the shoeboxes

[@Mountaindewdewable]

Hidden Thought You already did with KZbin! Lol

[@RomVlad]

In other words, you would be the camera man:)

[@johnverney]

Been missing SRV ever since he passed...This dude definitely has that level of talent

[@ashpaize8441]

There are only a minuscule moments in my life as a lead guitarist that I pick fingerstyle over pikcing; this is one of those moments. I fucking love this man

[@danielfort4345]

Man this became my daily driver - I listen to it nearly 10 times a day and I don't really feel like I'm gonna stop it. Right now I'm learning for social studies exam and the song is playing in the background in an infinite loop. Love from Czech Republic, your passion for music is one of the greatest qualities that can a person achieve. Keep up the great work

[@manuelbahena8322]

Hope it's going well random man

[@johnarizona3820]

Hey brother, I wish you could hear my applause through this message board, thank you for that! God bless you Justin!

[@jimmymac1187]

Brother you're so good. Having a really tough time lately and been listening to you for about an hour. Best I've felt in a while. Thank you brother.

[@jeffalbillar7625]

How are you today, Brother? I am sending prayers your way.

[@garybalfour3953]

Keep chin up bud .iv just found this guy and what a way to start my days now

[@desiprez]

I can relate Jimmy

[@startowingandrecoveryllc6358]

🎯 That's me brother!!!

[@CardPhantom]

Wish you were my neighbor

[@RingBearer-bl7cg]

You would never need a radio again!

[@TheSteinbitt]

Have you ever listened to a musician learning a song or playing scales? 90% would be that and senseless noodling lol

[@RingBearer-bl7cg]

@@TheSteinbitt I imagine it wouldn't take very long for Justin Johnson to learn a new song. Although, he does like to experiment with... really anything that might be able to be turned into a guitar. So, you might hear him playing his toilet in the middle of the night.

[@kornbread5359]

barebare my thoughts exactly 😂😂😂

[@PreservationEnthusiast]

@@TheSteinbitt A good musician can play scales and make them sound like a concerto.

[@AnneMarieBibby1966]

True talent when your playing speaks to the heart and soul. You are truly blessed with a gift, in turn a gift that is shared to us! Keep on jamming 🎸🎶

[@BeckiPaynefabulousbecktones]

"you move me like no one can!! I play Bass and I believe in your Song!!" I'm lost in your timing, you my friend are connected!! I'm your biggest fan!!! Bravo!!

[@bigdguitars]

You play this with such ease. So enjoyable to watch.

[@ericong4100]

BigDGuitars - 😂

[@luluwinke6581]

@@ericong4100 yeah, and for a while I did not even notice this was made from an oil can....loved it from minute one...

[@freaker126]

by far the best cover i've listened to.

[@dougalexander7204]

Justin has an old soul that resonates with our feelings as humans. A guitar Maestro if there ever was. Stay awesome.

[@morganmarston]

Amazing sound. Love that string slap echoing wammy effect.

[@jessemartinez9279]

Listening to this amazing song, enjoying a cigar on my porch. No other way to enjoy lazy Sunday. This song transports me to another time and place. That’s the power of great music. Simply amazing!

[@oracleangelsshiftall2609]

I find myself holding my hand to my heart as you play this and i am mesmerized!!! Thank you for the beauty, soul and heart of you and your playing!!! The entire world should know who you are!!!! ❤❤❤

[@S.E.2062]

Tapping my feet to the Blues w/ tears rising in my eyes. So much soul touching my pain(s). Wunderbar, Justin, danke!

[@michaelwhalen7991]

I grew up in a time of great music, the late 60s and early 70s... Great bands and music was everywhere. You, Justin have the same vibe as the greats of that time . Hendrix, Page, etc. Love your sound and style. You rock the blues, you rock the house !

[@markuk7010]

Makes me feel alive. Big blue skies. I can breathe in deep now. Life feels worth living now

[@XDFreakLP]

His guitar is screaming into the void. Such awesome playing

[@fernandomarmol4758]

¡bah! la lata con cuerdas

[@Wayne.Nabors]

Hauntingly and beautifully done, wonderful version of a classic song. Thank you and God Bless you.

[@enricomenconi7370]

Beatles + Justin Johnson = eargasm

[@JHmusic1906]

Enrico Menconi your right

[@steveschoutese3217]

Wish people wood stop asumeing he sold his sole to the devil the guy how is terrible and bad ....listen to him he is far from that jesus.

[@richvance7039]

Thanks George and thanks Justin for keeping this grand music alive !!

[@sissyparker2525]

As usual, a performance we can't forget, by one of the most talented guitarists I have seen!!!!

[@rhyslogan6490]

In the days of the death of good music, you sir give me hope

[@curvingfyre6810]

Good music is where it's always been, hiding out in far flung corners of the world. The radio may be a slightly less good way of collecting some of it together in one place, but arguably while theres a lot more you have to sift through, it's a lot easier to find the REALLY good stuff with the internet, old or new. And remember, the past has the benefit of having already searched through to find some of the best, and was able to easily and cleanly forget about the bad. The present's got the new stuff, which imo balances out the bad. Bardcore for example. A lot of it's bad, low effort, or even just midi translations. But theres some real stuff in that trend, and it sounds GOOD, if that's your kind of taste. Personally, I love peasant music of all eras, cultures, and styles. Suffering creates good art, as sad as that is, and I'm as much a peasant as all my ancestors right down to the first ape that got on it's hind legs. Working class american, Vast latino diasporas, the chronic suffering yet unquenchable positivity of irish trad, the still conquered but still fighting scottish, the icy cold neverending gothic of eastern europe. The older than mountains spirit at the core of traditional chinese, the peasant victims of japan's warrior culture, and the modern day backbreaking stress of the salaryman too stressed to even make music but with the energy to choose music, and the suffering to choose well. Music from dead cultures that have been wiped out by the nobility and oppressors that crushed our ancestors into the dirt as well as them. Modern defiance music, Jazz, classic pop, punk rock, all the thousands of kinds of metal, And best of all, the many syntheses of all these categories from the emerging zeitgeist of the modern peasant, united across all borders by the internet, that within our lifetimes will stretch across the globe. Imagine the music we'll all make when that freshly opened up globe shrinks again when the water comes in to claim our shores. How sharp the minors, how angry the majors, how deep the soul, and how fast the swing. Every kind of noise humanity ever learned to make in a single harmony to the end of the world... or in defiance of that end, and an ending of the source of that pain. I wonder if once suffering is over, the best music on earth will be made from happiness?

[@MrBodyman5001]

They say there is good music out there but if a tree falls and nobody is there did it make a sound? More importantly, this makes for a peaceful mind. The crap the kids listen to today makes for a less intelligent Joker from Batman.

[@jeffalbillar7625]

There are still great artists making great music. You're most likely not looking hard enough.

[@Syllogyzym]

Beautifully put, CurvingFyre.

[@Syllogyzym]

Listen on, comrades.

[@zemach4422]

This guy is the type of rock star that normal people like me won't be even if we master the guitar, your vibe, your look , your playing , I can feel all the years you have been struggling and learning , and kept going on , wish you all the best and beyond friend, keep the mesmerizing work,thanks you!

[@bigdguitars]

sweet can't stop listening to this

[@blackfender100]

This Guy is amazing Bid D. On an oil can Guitar He also plays the hell out of your Jack Daniels custom !

[@mikebachert8171]

man I'm so impressed,eric has nothing on you,truly blessed,at 63,makes me want to learn all over again,teach oh gifted one,peace

[@faerefolke]

Dude, this made me gently 😢. You are, indeed The Wizard. That sound!

[@paulallen-01]

It's so much more amazing and fuller sounding with headphones!! You are amazing dude!!

[@korywaford6661]

It's so much more amazing and fuller through 200lb Bozaks and an old Sansui amp!

[@womanismyname]

Subscribed within the first 10 seconds. This makes me feel like I am HOME.

[@Paka1983]

You know bro, the tone is all about the rare woods of the guit... wait what?!?

[@ccr2569]

@@efigeniocandido5833 well said ... The hand full of talent can make any guitar weep

[@Mahesh_Meghwal_12]

@@ccr2569 absolutely correct. Nothing more needed to say..

[@TymP321]

Twas a strange guitar the auctioneer held up. "Do I hear one dollar, two?" Then came Justin, who took it and played this. Handing it back, the auctioneer said "Do I hear one thousand, two?" ...mod from the masters hand

[@MrEric622]

This has to be the best rendition of this song ever done- I listen to it every day now. What an inspiring musician!

[@FrankSeipelt-jt1hv]

Justin you are an incredible talent and inspiration to me lost the love of my life my life 2years ago and every day I gently weep I can't get over over it thank you for being there with your music I love you my friend!!!!!!

[@jasminecolunga5688]

"I dont know how someone controlled you. They bought and sold.. Sold you.." While My Guitar Gently Weeps (Amazing song, incredible work)

[@HippieLady420]

I think people dislike just for the hell of disliking.. how can you not like this.. this is fucking brilliant!

[@jeffalbillar7625]

There are people who push dislike for every video they watch. Don't ask me why, because I don't know

[@kornbread5359]

This guy is a underrated legend, he is a mch better guitar player than a camera can show, like he doesnt even have a copyright notice meaning he was just noodling and he can do this all day

[@noahbbeats9599]

I kinda see what you mean but nah that's full on playing right there. Noodling is when you kinda just play notes in no order and not on a tempo but he can definitely do that shit all day long

[@kornbread5359]

Noah b beats yea, but once you get really good at it your noodling will sound like music.

[@zanichbug]

@@kornbread5359 Awesome insight!!

[@dollfaller1673]

Takes my breath away, your gift, shared through this transformed oil can. A mini vacation much needed by me in the slow pluck and prolonged twang you made this oil can cry out, reveal and announce your soul with. I thank you for what you shared with us through this sound, your music became the blood pumping through my veins that freed parts of me long kept hidden by all work and no fun in my life for too many years now. Don’t ever stop sharing this gift, we need you, your gift lit my soul on fire today. Much gratitude to you for sharing and opening some of us up with your unique sound. I want to hear you play live somewhere in my future. Powerful, your gift is. ☺️

[@floraswanson2127]

Time takes that of the soul an breaths that given an everlasting.

[@angelalegree6624]

Dude, you soothe my newborn. I've been listening since before conception. Thank you for making this channel. You are inspiring and it is beautiful to see someone expressing their talent and sharing it. 💜

[@richs.5217]

Every hair on my body was standind in salute. Just amazing sound from the oil can.

[@chaoticbells]

I always come back to this video... probably saw it a hundred times at this point. I just love it so much

[@FloozyCentral]

What's even more skill than playing the way that he does, is writing those notes to come together that well for nearly 5 full minutes of playing!

[@byronshiadek3289]

Brother your the best of the best. Thanks For Sharing Your Anointed Gift.

[@nzeel6752]

I've been watching your vids for a while. I love your old style and approach it brings me almost to tears sometimes. Thanks

[@pairsnpaint]

I've had the pleasure and honor of meeting and knowing Justin for several years. This is by far my favorite rendition of my favorite song.

[@kaisadler]

How do ever get to meet this guy? Send him a guitar made out of one of my old prosthetic feet that I’ve got laying around?

[@pairsnpaint]

@@kaisadler Justin was scheduled to play and give a workshop in Navasota, Texas for the Mance Libscomb Festival. At the time, I was selling my CBGs at the store where the venue was held. We met and talked for a while. I left to go to my home in Katy, TX. Imagine my surprise when my wife Marilyn called me on the cell to tell me that Justin called her to see if I had some fret wire I could spare for him. Justin and Nikki came to our home later that day in their camper. We ordered Chinese for dinner and talked for hours getting to know each other. They then spent the night at our home and were even gracious enough to cook us breakfast the next morning! 💯❤😁

[@kaisadler]

@@pairsnpaint sounds like my idea could work if I ever find him pluckin around over in Cali?

[@cesteuxjtedisquecesteux8386]

Quelle classe ! Digne des plus grands. Merci pour ce moment

[@dpaine6405]

By far one of the best versions. I thank my feed with all my heart for suggesting you. I can't explain the intense feeling I have right now. Bless you sir!

[@brentfoley3896]

I wouldn't believe he was playing both parts simultaneously without this video.

[@chrisscustom712]

It keeps on getting better with every songs I find from you. There all awsome

[@deanbrandt2748]

Love playing piano to that tune. 🙂 Inspirational for sure. Don’t see much talent anymore these days but he’s good. Peace ☮️

[@michaeldthree6042]

I don't subscribe to much, but I'm coming back to listen to Justin Johnson again. Sign me up! Love that most of the videos show playing outdoors. This is real music.

[@alexismalicsi3395]

Youre such a spiritual man.. You and youre guitar have great souls..

[@DanWalterTradeview]

You are awesome Justin! Fantastic stuff. Thanks for sharing your talent with us.

[@beanalog8202]

Amazing stuff. My favorite Beatles song and beautifully done.

[@aslonz5308]

10/10 will watch again

[@mlight6845]

Thank you. There is something so wonderfully natural about your music. Like breathing it is effortless and vital.

[@CarolAnnHenderson]

Incredible. Thank you. We're all here hanging out, listening to you and your gently weeping guitar...loving every second of you.

[@Kenjeroo]

no matter what i do, i cant stop listen to this song, i wake up, and have this guitar in my head :D thanks justin :)

[@tradeka4206]

He’s playing bass with his thumb while doing rhythm and melody/lead with his other fingers, I love shit like that

[@lindalowe8341]

The background reminds me of a house I owned in Fla., right on a pond with a big deck and swing we use to fish off of! Love the music too!

[@ROCKHITS572]

Ace love that sound style 👍👍

[@macrumpton]

Perfect choice of Marvel Mystery Oil as the can for the guitar. Best graphics of any oil.

[@n.b.7994]

Touched my soul... Thanks brother!!!!

[@Marnicinstruments]

No expensive guitar, it's the men who is touching the strings. Awesome

[@stevelaforce7806]

outstanding....best music video I've seen in a long time....thanks for sharing.

[@leemartin9156]

My old arthritic hands are amazed at how nimble yours are while plying your hauntingly beautiful music out of a gas can no less! TY🌠

[@nothin6121]

Just listened to this with my 2 year old son ...it was moving man....reminds me of type of music my dad used to play on his acoustic. Cheers man .

[@TintedCityLights]

I wish I was this fuckin cool.

[@benjamindelalic4177]

John Doe true

[@dennisbennett2357]

Excellent version of a George Harrison song a novelty use of a oil can

[@johnmonroney8614]

John Doe you are, and you could be. If it's in your heart its possible.

[@2joker940]

I wish I could just play half of that

[@BrendaCanavas]

Amazingly beautiful the sound you can make!

[@Mizuikal]

My man is out here jamming on a can with a level of skill I've never seen before and I still can't even play the triangle right. Impressive.

[@joelbextermueller7148]

I feel this in my soul. Thank you for sharing your gift with us.

[@jill9356]

George Harrison would be proud of you Justin, doing his and the Beatles music justice.

[@refillingthecup6750]

This the best version of this song I’ve ever heard!

[@rbuk2112]

he does one on a black electric acoustic guitar, its amazing, this is cool but i do like that version better it should be on his utube page

[@Manuel.Muzzone]

You Make me happy and sad at the same time! You're genial!

[@codychickadee5095]

Yowza! What an awesome cover Justin!! Great work man.

[@virgilalvarado7187]

I have heard the original version, but Justin’s way of playing is nothing short of perfection!

[@wendyspiegeland1713]

What a beautiful talent you have when I close my eyes I can almost see the notes

[@deannaturnbaugh9549]

Looking at a beautifull colorado sunset

[@NikeaTiber]

Marvel Mystery Oil is so freaking great, especially if you've got a carbureted vehicle. Just adds to my enjoyment of your performance here, great job man.