I'd Rather Go Blind Guitar Lesson (Etta James)

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"I'd Rather Go Blind" Guitar Lesson: Easy Step-By-Step Guide

If you're a guitarist looking to add some classic blues to your setlist, look no further than this "I'd Rather Go Blind" guitar lesson. This guide will walk you through chords, strumming patterns, and arpeggio-picking techniques you'll need to play in this soulful blues style.

I’d Rather Go Blind Chords

To play "I'd Rather Go Blind" on guitar, start by learning the chords and progression. This classic blues tune uses a simple chord progression of A to Bm, which loops continuously throughout the song. In this video, we'll go over the chord shapes you'll need to play this tune.

A (2 bars)
Bm (4 bars)
A (2 bars)


Start by just playing each chord once per bar and counting out loud 1,2,3,4,5,6, 1,2,3,4,5,6. This will help you to start getting the feel and groove of this song. When you’re ready, play that simple approach through the entire song, either with the recording or along with me in the video above.

I'd Rather Go Blind" is a classic blues song that every guitarist should learn how to play. It’s got a simple chord progression and soulful lyrics. Remember to focus on your timing and rhythm counting out loud in 6/8 time signature. Once that feels comfortable you can mix it up by following the techniques outlined in this post. Keep practicing and you should be well on your way to mastering this timeless classic.

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