Intro Lead

In this video lesson Mike Dugan teaches how to play the song Pride and Joy as part of our guitar series on English songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Chords, and Rhythm, Advanced Rhythm and Solo Improvisation. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Taught by

Mike McQuinn

Pride and Joy

by Mike Dugan

Taught by

Mike Dugan

Guarded

by Mike Walker

Introduction

Disturbed is known as a heavy metal band. When the band was starting out, the sound they followed was more of “nu metal”. Guarded was a promotional single from the band’s third album, Ten Thousand Fists. The lyrics show how the lifestyle forces David Draiman to guard himself on a certain level.

Chords Used in Song Guitar Lesson

Arpeggios Verse & Chorus Chords: This song does not use traditional arpeggios. It is primarily a riff-driven song that includes heavy power chords in addition to the chugging rhythms.

Strumming Pattern

If you notice, the song's main riff has a more galloping tone. As a result, the strumming pattern that you need to follow for this song is: D - DUD - D - DUD

D = Down strum
U = Up strum
- = Brief pause (muted)

Song Structure

Introduction: In this introduction, Mike Walker, who will be your guitar instructor for this song lesson, explains how to tune your electric guitar.

Song Arrangement: This is the part where you will learn all the chord progressions you will use in this song.

Song Demo: This is the last part of the guitar lesson. Mike will play the entire guitar section of the song alongside the backing track.

Metal

Taught by

Mike Walker

I See Fire

by Steve Luciano

Introduction:

I See Fire is a song written and composed for the movie The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug. The song is played over the closing credits of the movie. After its release, the song was able to climb to the 13th spot in the UK Singles Chart and in New Zealand it was able to reach number 1 in just six weeks of time.

Chords Used in Song Guitar Lesson:

Arpeggios Verse & Chorus Chords: You will be following basic arpeggios picking for this song, and this is what you need to follow in order to create a simple yet attractive progression:

e|------0---------0------|

B|------0---------0------|

G|----0---0-----0---0----|

D|-----------2-----------|

A|--2--------------------|

E|-----------------------|

Strumming Pattern:

This one is primarily a fingerpicking song, but in case you wish to play the strumming pattern you can follow this: D D U U D U.

D = Down strum
U = Up strum

Song Structure:

Introduction: In this introduction, Mike Luciano, your guitar instructor is going to share why everyone needs to learn this song, and where, and why you should be putting the capo on

guitar like Ed does.

Intro Lick and Song Arrangement: In this section, Mike shows you how to play the intro licks for the song and how to use hammer-on and pull-off techniques with your first and third fingers. Along with this, you will learn the entire song arrangement as well.

Song Demo: This section shows you how to play the song with the backing track played alongside.

Beginners Version: If you are not able to play with new techniques which you have learned in this guitar lesson you can also try the beginner friendly version of I See Fire by Ed Sheeran which is mentioned in this part.

Why Learn I See Fire By Ed Sheeran?

I See Fire take the full advantage of acoustic fingerpicking which is something perfect for beginner guitar players to start with. This song will also help you in building dexterity, accuracy, and finger independence as you play. Furthermore, it’s a great introduction to the thumb-bass technique, along with melodic picking.

FAQs I see fire Guitar Lesson

Q1. What was the reason behind Ed Sheeran's writing I See Fire?

Ans. It was Peter Jackon, the director of The Hobbit, who asked Ed Sheeran to come up with a song for a kid’s movie. Sheeran saw the movie and started working on the song.

Q2. What other songs are out there which sound similar to I See Fire?

Ans. There is a huge library of Ed’s songs, which sounds pretty familiar, starting with Eyes Closed, Give Me Love, Happier, Shivers, and Beautiful People.

Q3. Which song is Ed Sheeran’s biggest hit?

Ans. Without a doubt it has to be “Perfect,” this particular song topped charts in more than 18 different countries, making him one of the most loved artist all around the globe.

Fun Fact: The song I See Fire was written, composed, and recorded on the same day. After Ed Sheeran watched the entire film The Hobbit for which the song was officially released on 5th November 2013. He sat down to write the lyrics and his flow made him finish composition and recording of the song in just 24 hours.

Pop

Taught by

Steve Luciano

Careless Whisper

by Mike Walker

Pop

Taught by

Mike Walker

You've got a friend

by Steve Luciano

In this video lesson Mike Dugan teaches how to play the song Layla (Original Version) as part of our guitar series on English songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Intro Riff, Verse and Rhythm, Lead (Duane Allman), Sing and Play, Piano Finale, Slide Lead, Song Demo (Singing with Chords), Song Demo (Eric Clapton Parts) and Song Demo (Duane Allman Parts). Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Pop/Soft Rock

Taught by

Steve Luciano

Layla (Original Version)

by Mike Dugan

Taught by

Mike Dugan

I Am Not The Only One

by J.J. Pattishall

Pop

Taught by

J.J. Pattishall

Sailor

by Pranay Verma

In this video lesson Steve Luciano teaches how to play the song Feelings as part of our guitar series on English songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Chords, Rhythm, and Song Arrangement, Song Demo and Ending and Conclusion. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Indie Folk

Taught by

Pranay Verma

Feelings

by Steve Luciano

Taught by

Steve Luciano

Similar Rock Songs

Goodbye Blue Sky

by Steve Luciano

Introduction

Tune into a simple fingerpicking guitar song lesson on "Goodbye Blue Sky" on Torrins. This lesson is led by our instructor, Steve Luciano, who breaks down the various sections of the song for easy understanding. This Goodbye Blue Sky guitar tutorial covers the strumming pattern, fretting, and rhythm techniques that make this song sound so great.

Interesting Fact: The song’s soft, almost lullaby-like melody is a stark contrast to its dark theme of war and destruction. Roger Waters wrote it as a reflection of his childhood memories of the London Blitz during World War II. The track opens with a child's voice saying, "Look, mummy, there's an aeroplane up in the sky!"—a chilling moment that symbolizes the innocence of youth being shattered by the horrors of war.

Chords & Tuning

"Goodbye Blue Sky" is a simple fingerpicking song. Before getting started, tune your 6th string to Drop D—this gives the song its deep, resonant tone.

Fingerpicking Pattern

The fingerpicking technique adds an intricate and melodic touch to this song while keeping the rhythm steady, making this song perfect for practising control and precision.

Song Structure & Techniques

The song kicks off with a repeating section that features pull-offs, adding a smooth, connected feel to the melody. This section repeats four times and helps build fluidity in your playing. If you’re still getting comfortable with pull-offs, be sure to explore our in-depth lesson on this essential technique.

As the arrangement develops, you’ll come across hammer-ons, which lend a punchier articulation to the notes. Steve also incorporates power chords, specifically B and F#, along with an open G, contributing to a fuller, more dynamic sound. Later in the progression, he introduces barre chords across the 2nd and 3rd strings, creating a seamless, flowing texture. These techniques come together to give the song its distinct blues-rock character while helping you improve precision and control.

Learning Made Easier

The 3-angle camera view makes learning such songs so much easier. With dedicated angles on strumming, fretting, and an overall view, you get a detailed, close-up look at all the intricate finger movements, helping you learn efficiently and effectively.

Pro Tip for Mastering the Song

Steve recommends breaking the song into sections and practising each part individually before putting everything together. This will ensure you develop muscle memory for clean and precise playing.

FAQs – "Goodbye Blue Sky" Guitar Lesson

Q1. Is this song beginner-friendly?

A: While the song follows a simple fingerpicking style, it requires coordination and control. It's great for beginners looking to build finger independence and practice melodic fingerpicking.

Q2. Do I need to use a pick for this song?

A: No, this song is best played with fingerpicking, which gives it its signature soft and flowing sound.

Q3. What’s the best way to improve my fingerpicking accuracy?

A: Slow down and focus on precision before building up speed. Keep your right hand relaxed, and ensure each note rings out clearly.

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Rock

Taught by

Steve Luciano

Texas Flood

by Mike Dugan

Taught by

Mike Dugan

Run to You

by Mike Walker

Taught by

Mike Walker

Panama

by Mike Walker

In this video lesson Mike Dugan teaches how to play the song Cocaine as part of our guitar series on English songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Intro Riff, Chords, and Rhythm, Sing and Play, Solo Improvisation and Arrangement and Backing Track. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Taught by

Mike Walker

Wonderwall

by Mike McQuinn

Introduction:

Torrins brings you an exciting guitar lesson "Wonderwall" by Oasis, taught by Mike McQuinn. This timeless classic is a must-learn for any guitarist, helping you master chord variations, strumming patterns, and how to play and sing simultaneously. Mike breaks down this song lesson into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Chords and Strumming, Sing and Play and Song Demo.

Fun Fact: In October 2020, "Wonderwall" became the first song from the 1990s to surpass one billion streams on Spotify. Today, it ranks as the second most-streamed song from that decade, following Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit”.

Chords Used in Wonderwall Guitar Lesson: The song is built around five essential chord patterns, which you’ll learn in detail in the song lesson. Some of the chords that make up this song are: G, Em7, Dsus4, A7Sus4, Cadd9. Tune in to the lesson to learn the rest.

One chord pattern includes a walk-down pattern for smooth transitions.

All chords are played with a capo on the 2nd fret

Strumming Pattern The primary strumming pattern is:

DDUDUDDUDUDD (Repeats UDUDD three times and ends with UD)
An alternate strumming pattern is used in the walk-down chord section—learn the difference in the lesson!

Song Structure & Breakdown This lesson is divided into multiple sections for easy learning:

Introduction: This section has an overview of the lesson structure and key techniques.
Chords & Strumming: This section includes all the chords used in this song, and Mike shares the five essential chord patterns that make up this song. He demonstrates how to transition smoothly. The song finishes with a repetitive lead part—Mike explains how to master it effortlessly. He shares tips to master the rhythm of the song.
Sing & Play: Mike teaches how to coordinate vocals with guitar playing, gearing you up for jamming sessions!
Song Demo: The song lesson ends with a full demonstration of the song to tie everything together.

Tip: Follow along with the Tabs provided with the song lesson for quick and effective learning.

Why Learn Wonderwall?

Learning this song will help you improve chord transition and variation skills.
It will also help you master rhythm consistency with its distinct strumming pattern.
It will enhance your ability to play and sing simultaneously.

FAQs – Wonderwall Guitar Lesson

Q1. Is this song beginner-friendly?

Ans- Yes! The chords are slight variations to basic chords and are used repetitively, making it a great song for all skill levels.

Q2. Do I need a capo?

Ans- Yes, the song is played with a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original key.

Q3. How do I improve my strumming for this song?

Ans- Focus on maintaining a relaxed wrist and practice the primary strumming pattern slowly before speeding up.

easy

Rock

Taught by

Mike McQuinn

Cocaine

by Mike Dugan

In this video lesson Mike Dugan teaches how to play the song Sultans of Swing as part of our guitar series on English songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Chords and Progression, Intro Rhythm/Bounce Feel, Verse and Chorus (Singing), Intro Lead and Riffs, Solo Improvisation and Main Riff. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Taught by

Mike Dugan

Sultans of Swing

by Mike Dugan

Taught by

Mike Dugan

In My City

by J.J. Pattishall

Introduction

In My City is the debut song from Indian actress Priyanka Chopra featuring Will.i.am. The song was co-written by Ester Dean, who also provides his voice for additional vocals.

Priyanka gives homage to her nomadic childhood and shows her journey from a small-town girl to a big Bollywood star. This isn’t a guitar song in the first place, but J.J. Pattishall is going to teach you how to turn it into a guitar song.

In this video lesson J.J. Pattishall teaches how to play the song In My City as part of our guitar series on English songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Chords and Rhythm, Song Arrangement and Song Demo. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Song Structure

Introduction: In this part, J.J. Pattishall talks about how this song is a unique dance number and the influence of singer/ DJ Will.i.am makes the song upbeat, similar to the songs from Black Eyed Peas. In this section, you will also learn the tuning of the guitar for this song.

Chords and Rhythm: Here, you will learn the outline of the chords and the rhythm that you are going to use in the song. Furthermore, you will get to know how to improvise guitar playing in this song to make it more interesting.

Song Arrangement: In this section, you will be learning how to play the chords of Will.i.am, part of the song.

Song Demo: This is the last section where your guitar instructor is going to show you how to play the guitar section alongside the song.

In this video lesson Mike Dugan teaches how to play the song Layla as part of our guitar series on English songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Chords, and Rhythm and Verse and Singing. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Taught by

J.J. Pattishall

Layla

by Mike Dugan

Taught by

Mike Dugan

Come As You Are (Beginners)

by Steve Luciano

Introduction:

If you know about Nirvana, the band, you know them for this one song Come As You Are. It is their most iconic song of all time, and it’s a must-learn for beginners who want to make it big in the guitar and rock scene.

Strumming Pattern:

This particular song follows a plucking/ riff-based rhythm rather than using traditional strumming. The iconic riff can still be played using this pattern: D D U D D U.

D = Down Strum
U = Up Strum

Song Structure

Introduction: The introduction starts with explaining to you how to tune your guitar and how to turn your guitar down to a whole step to get the exact sound which you hear on record.

Chords and Rhythm: Over here you will be learning how to play the basic power chords that are part of this song along with the rhythm which you will be following. Keep in mind, if you are using standard tuning, you have to use a whole step lower chords.

Song Arrangement: Here you will be given a walkthrough of each section of the tune, most of the tunes for this song are somewhat related to the intro riff. So you have mastered the starting riff and the rest will be much easier.

Intro Riff and Solo: Here again you will be learning how to play the center riff which results in the different tunes that you get in the song.

Song Demo: In this part J.J Pattishall is going to show you how to play the entire song with the backing track.

Sing and Play: This section is all about J.J giving you tips and tricks on how to play the song as well as sing it. He will show you the coordination tricks you can use to keep up with the song.

Why Learn Come As You Are (Complete) By Nirvana?

The opening riff of the song is simple and easy to learn making it great for impressive others. Also, it takes the benefit of minor scales with the addition of a slight bluesy feel, and in order to play it you will have to learn alternate picking technique and smooth transitions.

FAQs-This Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. What is the meaning of the song Come As You Are by Nirvana?

Ans. The song is about how people are expected to act when struggle arrives in their life. Still, the song is filled with contradictory meanings and it is full of confusion, similar to how most people are in their lives.

Q2. What genre does Come As You Are fall in?

Ans. This particular song falls in the category of grunge alternative rock, the song writer is none-other than Kurt Cobain who was the lead singer of the band Nirvana.

Q3. Which one is the saddest song from Curt Cobain?

Ans. The most haunting and saddest song ever written and recorded by Curt Cobain was Something In The Way. The tragic tune of the song is entirely written by the lead singer himself.

Taught by

Steve Luciano

If You Like Pink Floyd, You'll Love These

Another Brick in the Wall

by Mike Walker

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Taught by

Mike Walker

Comfortably Numb

by Mike Walker

In this video lesson Mike Walker teaches how to play the song Time as part of our guitar series on English songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Intro Section, Song Arrangement, Song Demo, Overdub Section and Solo Lesson. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Taught by

Mike Walker

Time

by Mike Walker