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Hello friends,

It's time for another By Request Song Tutorial! In today's lesson I'll break down the Chris Isaak version of the 1960 Roy Orbison classic "Only the Lonely." I'll take you through the rhythm sections of the intro, verse and chorus and also the catchy lead guitar part heard in Chris's 1996  version. Let's get started!

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"Only the Lonely" Acoustic Guitar Lesson - Roy Orbison, Chris Isaak

Get early access to TABS, exclusive tutorials and other awesome supporter perks at http://www.patreon.com/swiftlessons Tabs to this lesson at: https://www.patreon.com/posts/only-lonely-roy-7052238 Hello friends, and welcome to another song tutorial made easy. In this acoustic guitar lesson, I'll break down how to play the Chris Isaak version of the Roy Orbison classic "Only the Lonely." I'll take you through the rhythm sections of the intro, verse and chorus and also the catchy lead guitar part heard in the Chris Isaak version. Let's get started! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Links: Facebook: http://facebook.com/phillyguitarlessons Instagram: https://instagram.com/swiftguitarlessons Twitter: https://twitter.com/swiftlessons Request a song at: http://swiftlessons.com/Request_a_Song

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Anonymous

How to play that solo in the middle of the song? Cant find it in the tabs :/ played too quick in the video to learn :(-

swiftlessons

Hey Chris, I just took a moment to tab that solo for you and I pasted it into the post above. I also recommend clicking the gear in the bottom right of the vid to adjust the play speed. Have fun!

Anonymous

Ah thank you so much!! Life was not complete without learning this part (best healing after abad breakup). Thanks for your good work.

swiftlessons

Happy to be of help Chris. There's no better cure for a broken heart than a little Roy Orbison... He's certainly gotten me through some lows over the years. Be well and enjoy your practice!

Anonymous

Another great lesson! Thank you.

swiftlessons

My pleasure James! I'm building up some momentum here, so be prepared for a full week of lessons. Let me know if you have any suggestions. Be well. -Rob

Anonymous

Brilliant !! what a beautiful song ,so happy you chose this song for one of your great lessons !! Bravo

Anonymous

Wow. Awesome lesson. Thanks a lot.

Anonymous

great lesson!

Anonymous

It would be nice to have the guitar solo included in the tab.

Anonymous

Great, but would sure love to have the tab for the lead!

swiftlessons

When I get a little down time, I'll work on that as a special patron only lead lesson. Thanks Rob!

Anonymous

Rob, I love this song and your lesson , and would LOVE a tutorial on the nifty lead you play between verses

swiftlessons

Hey Ken, thanks for the dose of encouragement! I’ll have to revisit this video when I get a little extra time. Thanks for the positive feedback!