Seals & Crofts sang:

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Summer breeze makes me feel fine

Blowin' through the jasmine in my mind...

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I’ve always enjoyed this tune. 

However, it’s quite sophisticated – musically speaking. I’ve played it many times at summer parties. Summer parties are a PERFECT opportunity for guitar players to play. 

In this post, I’m going to share some insider tips on the guitar style behind it.

So grab your axe, and let’s dive into this “Summer Breeze” chords and guitar lesson!

Who wrote Summer Breeze?

“Summer Breeze” was originally written by soft-rock duo Jim Seals and Dash Crofts. They formed Seals and Crofts in 1969 in Los Angeles, California, and this song became their biggest hit. 

It was released in 1972 on their album of the same name. The song is vivid. It paints a picture of coming home after a long day and finding comfort in simple, peaceful moments. The imagery of the “summer breeze” blowing through the jasmine in the mind is a peaceful transition from the stress of th...

Here’s a deep cut from The Beatles' legendary double album, most commonly referred to as the White Album.

With songs like “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” and “Blackbird,” this one often gets swept under the rug.   

Below, I’m going to share with you some insider tips on the guitar style behind it.

So grab your axe, and let’s dive into this “Cry Baby Cry” chords and guitar lesson!

Who Wrote Cry Baby Cry?

“Cry Baby Cry” was primarily written by John Lennon, but it is credited under the McCartney/Lennon songwriting partnership. It was recorded by The Beatles for their 1968 double album, commonly known as The White Album. 

The song lyrically is quite whimsical, which is very characteristic of Lennon’s writing during this era. The song references kings, queens, duchesses, and imaginary characters in a way that feels playful on the surface but slightly unsettling underneath.  

Lennon once said the line “Cry baby cry, make your mother sigh” was inspired by an old playground chant he ...

Here’s a song off one of the most iconic albums from the ‘70s.

It’s got a great groove and a timeless sound. 

In this post, I’m going to share some insider tips on the guitar style behind it.

So grab your axe, and let’s dive into this “Tequila Sunrise” chords and guitar lesson!

Who wrote Tequila Sunrise?

“Tequila Sunrise” was originally written by Don Henley and Glenn Frey of the Eagles. It was released on their 1973 album Desperado. This song has the classic Eagles sound. It was recorded at Island Studios in London, England, with producer Glyn Johns at the helm. This studio is famous for being home to countless celebrity artists.

The arrangement is pretty simple. It features steady strumming acoustic guitars, light electric leads, and great vocals. 

Upon its initial release as a single, “Tequila Sunrise” reached number 64 on the Billboard Hot 100. Although it wasn’t the most massive chart-topping hit compared to later Eagles singles, it became a staple of the band’s live ...

If you’re interested in learning cool chords up and down the neck for rhythm and lead guitar playing… then I think you’re going to enjoy this video. 

It’s on one of the most iconic songs of the ‘80s, and the guitars blend both acoustic and electric. But I’m going to share with you a way to combine the parts into one main guitar part. 

This will give you a super solid way to play it on one guitar.

So grab your axe, and let’s dive into this “Jack And Diane” chords and guitar lesson!

Who Wrote Jack And Diane?

“Jack and Diane” was originally written by John Mellencamp and released in 1982 on his breakthrough album American Fool. Before the release of this song, his career hadn’t fully clicked with a mass audience. The song has an American small-town youth kind of vibe to it, which became a hallmark of his career. 

The song starts out really innocent with two teenagers, Jack and Diane, hanging out behind the Tastee-Freez, dreaming about the future. But then takes a twist as that ch...

One of my favorite albums of all time is Pink Floyd’s “Dark Side Of The Moon”.

From the sound design to the guitar parts to the songwriting, it’s a complete masterclass from top to bottom.

Below, I’m going to share some insider tips on the guitar style behind one of the most popular songs off the album.

So grab your axe, and let’s dive into this “Time” chords and guitar lesson!

Who wrote Time?

“Time” was written by all four members of Pink Floyd – Roger Waters, David Gilmour, Nick Mason, and Richard Wright. It was included on their most legendary album, The Dark Side of the Moon, released in 1973. 

While all four members share writing credit, the lyrics were primarily written by Roger Waters. The song is about the passage of time. It hits many generations differently. Younger kids hear it as a warning, while older people may hear it as a confession. The central idea centers around how people often assume there will always be more time later. 

But this isn’t the case.

Life fl...

Many Eagles songs revolve around smooth strumming guitars, but here’s one of their biggest hits that’s piano-driven.

In it, Don Henley sang:

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Desperado, why don't you come to your senses?

Come down from your fences, open the gate

It may be rainin', but there's a rainbow above you

You better let somebody love you (Let somebody love you)

You better let somebody love you before it's too late…

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Below, I’m going to share some insider tips on the guitar style behind it.

So grab your axe, and let’s dive into this “Desperado” chords and guitar lesson!

Who wrote Desperado?

“Desperado” was originally written by Don Henley and Glenn Frey and recorded by Eagles for their legendary 1973 album Desperado. It was never released as a single, but over time, it’s grown a life of its own through radio play, live performances, and fans.

“Desperado” was recorded in London at Island Studios with the legendary producer Glyn Johns. Now, as I’ve covered on my channel, many Eagles songs fea...

Here’s a song that marks a distinct transition in the Eagles’ sound.

They were moving from a lighter country-rock sound into a more aggressive rock sound.

The guitar parts are fantastic. 

Below, I’m going to share some insider tips on the style behind it. 

So grab your axe, and let’s dive into this “Already Gone” chords and guitar lesson!

Who wrote Already Gone?

“Already Gone” was recorded by the Eagles, but originally written by Jack Tempchin and Robb Strandlund. They didn’t make any big structural changes to the song the way they did with some other material — instead, they electrified it. The Eagles started moving away from the softer/sweeter vocal harmonies to more of a straight-up rock feel, which paved the way for later hits like “Hotel California”.

“Already Gone” was recorded for the Eagles’ third studio album, On the Border. The recording sessions were done in 1974 at Record Plant with Bill Szymczyk at the helm, producing. 

Upon its release as a single from the al...

Here's one of the most defining songs of the early ‘60s soul era. 

It’s got a smooth vocal, incredible groove, and you only need 4 chords total to play it.

So, it’s a great song for newer players.

In this post, I’m going to share some insider tips on the guitar style behind it. 

So grab your axe, and let’s dive into this “Stand By Me” chords and guitar lesson!

Who wrote Stand By Me?

“Stand by Me” was originally written by Ben E. King along with Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. The song is anchored in a groovy bass line and a simple chord progression, while the lyrics sing of love and devotion even in tumultuous times. 

Released in 1961, “Stand By Me” became one of the defining songs of the early soul era. King’s smooth voice and spiritual music background gave the song depth.

The recording session took place at Atlantic Studios in New York City, with production by Leiber and Stoller. Reportedly, Stoller came up with the bass line. That repeating pattern, paired with Latin-ting...

Here’s one of the most defining songs of late ‘60s rock…

It’s an extremely short song, but it's had a HUGE impact. 

Below, I’m going to share some insider tips on the guitar style behind it. 

So grab your axe, and let’s dive into this “The Letter” chords and guitar lesson!

Who wrote The Letter?

“The Letter” was originally written by American musician and songwriter Wayne Carson. It was first recorded and released in 1967 by the American rock band The Box Tops. 

It’s now considered one of the defining singles of the late ‘60s. “The Letter” clocks in at 1:57 seconds, so it’s incredibly concise but still packs a punch. The premise of the song is simple: a man receives a letter from his lover asking him to come home. He bolts into action, buys a ticket for an aeroplane, and can’t leave fast enough. 

The rhythm section also mirrored this energy in a driving, brisk feel. 

The version that became famous was recorded at American Sound Studio in Memphis, Tennessee. This studio became...

Here’s a tune that became a breakthrough song for Australian-American musician Rick Springfield.

He was struggling as an artist and doing acting work on the side to supplement his income.

Then this song took off, and the rest is history. 

Below, I’m going to share some insider tips on the guitar style behind it. 

So grab your axe, and let’s dive into this “Jessie's Girl” chords and guitar lesson!

Who wrote Jessie's Girl?

“Jessie’s Girl” was originally written by Rick Springfield, and it was released as a single from his album Working Class Dog in 1981. 

The song is about a blatant love interest with his best friend’s girlfriend. The narrator is jealous of his friend Jessie and longs to find “a woman like that.” The song captures frustration and not getting what you want.

Springfield has said that the inspiration came from a real-life experience when he became infatuated with a girlfriend of a friend he knew during his time in Los Angeles. The friend’s real name was Gary, but...