Welcome back loyal readers. Even though it has been awhile, it’s about time for the list of best acoustic guitar songs to keep. Here are a few more gems that have earned a spot with this ever-expanding list.
1. Behind Blue Eyes – The Who. Little needs to be said when the band The That is mentioned. They are pioneers, legends and the creators of true stage mayhem. They’re probably best known for rock anthems like “Who Are You” and “Baba O’Riley” and Keith Moon blowing up his drum set on live TV. However, when they had some off time between destruction, beginner guitarist Pete Townshend wrote “Bind Blue Eye.” It’s a beautiful song that begins with a guitar playing an arpeggio sequence. The acoustic guitar work in the song, combined with the amazing lyrics is exactly what sets this song besides a lot of other songs the same time period and genre. The only real black cloud surrounding this song may be the less than stellar Limp Bizkit version.
2. Name – The Goo Goo Dolls – The Goo Goo Dolls are a favorite band of most middle-aged women. Why? Well, love them or hate them, lead singer John Rzeznik posseses an amazing voice and the guy can write songs. “Name” was the band’s first big hit off their acclaimed album “Boy Named Goo.” What really stands apart about this song is the fact the band changed direction having its popularity. Most don’t realized that the Goo Goo Dolls were basically a punk/rock group. When “Name” was released its success alienated them from other core fans and opened the doors to some whole new conservative audience. Though they strayed from other roots with this song, this doesn’t change the fact that the lyrics, vocals and acoustic guitar work is amazing. The fact it had such an impact on the band’s career shows how significant it really is and why it needs to be on the list of best acoustic songs.
Hotel California (acoustic version) – The Eagles. When a lot of people think about The Eagles, “Hotel California” may be the first thought that crosses their mind. And after one listen, it is clear to see why. The song is merely epic. But not perhaps the original electric version comes even close to when The Eagles listen to it acoustic style. It is really an amazing piece of music and song writing. The song is creepy and dark, though beautiful music and vocals. The acoustic guitar works perfectly for that song and it all leads up to an amazing Joe Walsh guitar solo. The first is a great song, however the acoustic version is superior.
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