Fear of the Dark - Introduction

Fear of the Dark is one of Iron Maiden’s most famous songs, released in 1992 on the album of the same name. Written by bassist Steve Harris, it explores the fear of darkness and the unknown. The song starts slow and eerie, then explodes into fast, heavy riffs. It became a fan favorite, especially in live shows where the crowd sings along.

The lyrics describe the creeping fear of being alone in the dark, where every shadow feels threatening. Bruce Dickinson’s powerful vocals and the twin-guitar harmonies make it unforgettable. The song’s structure is dynamic; starting quiet, building tension, then bursting into full energy. It remains one of their most-streamed tracks today.

Fear of the Dark Guitar Lesson

Taught by Mike Walker, this lesson breaks down the song’s F major to D minor shifts. The intro uses clean arpeggios (F - C - Dm - Bb) before the heavy riff kicks in. The main riff is in D minor, played with palm muting for a tight sound. The tempo starts at 80 BPM but speeds up later.

The verse has a chugging rhythm (D5 - C5 - Bb5), while the chorus opens up with power chords (F5 - C5 - D5 - Bb5). The solos use the D harmonic minor scale (D-E-F-G-A-Bb-C#), giving them a dark, dramatic feel. The twin-guitar harmonies are a key feature—two guitars play different but matching melodies.

For the solos, Dave Murray and Adrian Smith use the D harmonic minor scale (D-E-F-G-A-Bb-C#). This scale gives the leads their dramatic, almost classical sound. The twin-guitar harmonies are a key feature—one guitar plays a melody while the other plays a matching part at a different pitch. These harmonies use intervals of thirds and sixths to create that classic Iron Maiden sound.

The bridge section before the final chorus has a rhythm part with quick chord changes. Here, you switch between D5 - F5 - C5 - Bb5 in rapid succession. The key is to keep your palm muting consistent while moving between chords. The song ends with a repeat of the intro arpeggios.

Beginners should start by learning the power chord shapes and the galloping rhythm pattern. Practice the palm muting to get that tight, punchy sound. Intermediate players can work on the twin-guitar harmonies—try recording one part and playing the other over it. Advanced players should focus on the vibrato and bends in the solos, which need to be precise to match the original recording.

FAQs

Q. What tuning does Iron Maiden use for this song?

Standard tuning (EADGBE), though they sometimes play it half-step down live.

Q. How do I play the rhythm correctly?

Use downstrokes on the main beats and upstrokes in between (down-down-up). Start slow with a metronome.

Q. Why does the solo sound so dramatic?

It uses the D harmonic minor scale, which has a raised 7th note (C# instead of C natural).

Q. Can I play this song on a single guitar?

Yes, but you’ll miss the harmonies. Try recording one guitar part and playing the other over.

“Hey! Teacher, leave those kids alone.

All in all, it's just another brick in the wall.

All in all, you’re just another brick in the wall.”

​This single chorus has completely changed the way people perceive rock music. It is one of the rare songs that shows you what a guitar can actually do when it is placed in the hands of someone who actually has an understanding of music architecture.

​If you are coming here expecting this to be a normal guitar lesson, then you are in for a surprise. This song demands that you understand why it exists and its significance in music history. It is the only song by Pink Floyd that was able to reach the number one spot.

Another brick in the wall is the amalgamation of disco beats, a children’s choir singing protest slogans in unison, and the most devastating guitar solo in rock history. This is one of the songs that was banned in South Africa, and after you complete this lesson, we are sure you will have another level of appreciation for the six strings of the guitar. ​

Chords Used in Song Guitar Lesson

Here is the list of all the chords that you need to learn for “Another brick in the wall:”

Primary chords

• Dm (D minor) — x57765 (barre chord at 5th fret)
• G (G major) — 355433 (barre chord) or compact triad around 10th fret
• F (F major) — 133211 (barre chord at 1st fret)
• C (C major) — x32010 (open position) or x35553 (barre at 3rd fret)

Additional Chord (in some versions):

• Gm (G minor) — 355333 (barre chord at 3rd fret) — appears in Part 1 and transitional sections.

Here is the structure of the chord progression that you need to follow:

Verse: Dm keep it sustained with syncopated rhythm

Chorus: F → C → Dm, use this when playing ("All in all it's just another brick in the wall")

For bridge and transition, go with: Dm → G → Gm → D.

FAQs – Another Brick in the Wall By Pink Floyd Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. What style of rhythm is used for the song Another Brick in the wall when played on guitar?

Ans. You have to blend rock with disco/ funk influence, make sure to be accurate on timing, have muted strums, and stay consistent with the pulse.

​Q2. What should be the picking technique for the song Another Brick in the wall?

Ans. Use alternate picking to maintain speed and consistency. When you are playing expressive notes, you need to combine with slides and bends.

​Q3. What are some techniques that I will be learning through this song?

Ans. This song helps you in improving groove timing, muting control, chord stamina, and interest lead phrasing.

Introduction:

Even from the name, you can see that the song is going to be uplifting, and it’s a perfect song to feel good about. It is the only single from the soundtrack album of the animated movie Despicable Me 2, which was released in 2013. 

Happy is the song written and performed by Pharell Williams, and the music video of the song was nominated for Best Male Video and Video of the Year by the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards. 

Chords Used in Song Guitar Lesson

Arpeggios Verse & Chorus Chords: The song follows a simple four-chord progression throughout; the arpeggios picking pattern is going to be like this: 

e|-----------1------------|  

B|------1------1---------|  

G|----2---2------2------|  

D|----------------------|  

A|----------------------|  

E|--1------------------| 

Strumming Pattern 

The strumming has to be tight, quick and rhythmic for this song, it follows 4/4 time and there is a funk-style muted strumming feel: D x D U x U D U.

• D = Down strum
• U = Up strum
• X = percussive muted strum 

Song Structure 

Introduction: In the introduction section, Mike shows you how to tune up your guitar to play this song. 

Song Arrangement: Here your guitar instructor Mike has divided the song arrangement in different sections and he starts showing you how to play different chords for different sections starting with the intro. 

Song Demo: Finally comes the time when Mike plays the guitar chords with the backing track playing alongside. 

Why Learn Happy By Pharrell Williams Song?

It uses simple major chords that are easy to learn for beginners and even for intermediate players as it will help them be more consistent in their rhythmic strumming. In addition to this, the guitar sound is much funk-inspired, making it a perfect choice for improving your timing and groove. 

FAQs – This Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. Was the song Happy made specifically for the movie Despicable Me? 

Ans. Yes, the song was written only for the animated movie Despicable Me 2, which was released in 2013. The song received an Academy Award nomination for best original song, and the singer also performed it live at the Oscars ceremony.  

Q2. Who originally sang the Happy? 

Ans. Pharrell Williams has revealed that it was Cee Lo Green who recorded the song for the first time. But the producer didn’t feel like that the song belonged to Green so he gave Pharrell Williams a try and rest is history. 

Q3. What was the reason Pharrell wrote Happy? 

Ans. According to Pharrell the lyrics of the song came out of sarcasm, he wrote the song when he was 40 years old.

Fun Fact: The song got nominated by Academy Awards but it failed to win Best Original Song because it lost to Let It Go from Frozen. 

Perfect - Introduction

Welcome to the guitar lesson on a song that needs no introduction. Perfect by Ed Sheeran topped all the charts in 2017 and became a super duper hit worldwide. This song has now become part of mainstream pop youth culture. All lovers, depending on their heartbroken status, either love or hate this song. It has collected more than 4.9 billion views (almost half of humanity) on YouTube since its release and has been in all the romance playlists on every streaming service platform.

The song is a ballad celebrating the traditional marriage relationship between two lovers, written about Sheeran’s wife-to-be, Cherry Seaborn, whom he had known since he was in school and then reconnected with her when she was working in New York. Sheeran has said the song captures the feeling of finding "the one" - that magical moment when you realise you've met your soulmate.

Perfect Guitar Lesson

The guitar lesson on Perfect is an easy one. Nevertheless, the lesson has many sections that talk about the chords and rhythm of the song, and a section on improvisation where the instructor is demonstrating how to solo over the track.

The song only has four chords, namely – G - Em7 - Cadd9 - D, which the tutor explains is meant to be played with the capo on the 1st fret, as does Sheeran himself in live performances. The strumming of the song goes in triplets of 4, covering four bars of music.

The thing about minor 7th chords and augmented chords used in the song is that in the open position, they share some of the notes, and when chords share notes, the phenomenon of voice leading occurs. Voice leading is when the notes of one chord lead to another, creating an interesting movement between anticipation and resolution in the music.

Although the studio recording version of the song uses a capo on the first fret, the lesson here demonstrates both ways, with and without a capo, of playing the song in its entirety. The song follows a 12/8 time signature, and the rhythm sounds like that of a waltz, which makes it an easy song to dance to, especially with one’s lover.

The lesson makes available Perfect lyrics and chords along with the video lesson, which the advanced players can refer to when learning the song.

FAQs

Q. What is the story behind Ed Sheeran's song Perfect?

Perfect was written by Ed Sheeran as a love song for his then-girlfriend (now wife) Cherry Seaborn. The lyrics describe their real-life romance, from meeting as teenagers to falling in love as adults.

Q. What key is Perfect?

Perfect is written in the key of Ab major (G major for live performances), though most guitarists use a capo on the 1st fret to make the chords easier to play. This transposition means you'll be playing standard shapes like G, Em, C and D but hearing them in Ab major.

Sing is the lead single from Ed Sheeran's sophomore album “X” (Multiply). This was the first time Ed moved past his acoustic singer persona. The song was produced by Pharell Williams, and after it got released it really did shock some of his fans, at the same time it delighted critics. 

Sing is a funky, falsetto-driven song, and even after a decade, this song holds true to be one of the most intriguing and enduring tracks that came out from Ed’s album. It’s a song that shows his willingness to evolve and take those creative risks that many artists fear to take when they reach the height of their career. 

Fun Fact: Ed Sheeran, in one of his videos, said he took the inspiration from Justin Timberlake’s Justified album. The composer Pharrell Williams also worked on the same album and leaned towards the idea of creating something similar for Ed. 

Half of Sing’s credit needs to be devoted to Pharrell, Ed was reluctant on using Falsetto heavy style, feeling it will be too far from his original sound, but Pharell insisted that he should try it out and the result was such a massive breakout that Ed was able to reach UK #1 spot for the first time in his career. 

Why Learn to Sing By Ed Sheeran On Guitar?

''Sing'' is the exception in Ed Sheeran’s discography, most of his fans think of Ed as a tender acoustic musician. It was Sing that flipped the narrative. From this song, Ed offered a danceable energy to his fans, in addition to confidence and versatility. 

Sing is there to help you level up your guitar playing techniques, allowing you to practice strumming precision and the musical groove of a song. At first glance, you will find that the chord progression present in this song is quite simple, but if you look closely, the challenge lies in the rhythm and feel. 

The song requires you to master percussive and palm-muting techniques, which creates a funk-guitar style sound. With this song, you will develop tight timing and rhythmic accuracy. 

Furthermore, it also teaches you to properly use muting, ghost notes, and silence that are crucial means for groove. 

FAQs – Sing By Ed Sheeran Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. Which chords do I need to use to play Sing by Ed Sheeran on guitar? 

Ans. Am, F, C, and G are the few chords that you need to keep on repeating throughout this song, because it is a loop-style progression. 

Q2. In which key does the song Sing by Ed Sheeran present in? 

Ans. The song is present in A minor, which is considered the relative minor of C major. Keep in mind that there are no sharps or flats present in it. As a result, it is much easier for beginners to navigate through the guitar using it. 

When Ed Sheeran released “Thinking Out Loud” in 2014, it was pretty special because of the way the chords were used. It quickly became a modern classic; the track was part of his album “X” (multiply). 

It’s a song that perfectly embodies heartfelt lyricism and tasteful musicianship, feeling like a timeless classic. Thus, evoking a sound similar to 60s music while firmly pushing Ed as one of the best contemporary singer-songwriters of the present time. 

The song “Thinking out Loud” features a warm, bluesy D-major chord progression. As you learn this song in this lesson, you will also find occasional color tones that add a gospel-like tenderness. 

Both the structure and the harmony of the different instruments in this made it groundbreaking. To. To be able to play it on your guitar, you will have to be a genius with precision. Keep in mind, it’s completely different from the trendy songs people listen to nowadays; it’s a timeless piece packed with tender storytelling and understated guitar, which every budding guitarist needs to study.

Strumming Pattern 

For beginners who are new to guitar strumming, a good starting point would be: 

D DU UDU. 

• D = Down Strum. 
• U = Up Strum. 

Using the above-mentioned strumming pattern for the song “Thinking Out Loud,,” you get the flowing, soul-like rhythm for which the music is popular. 

Apart from this, there is one more variation that you should learn once you master the basic one. The thing with Ed Sheeran is that he doesn’t like to stick to one single strumming pattern; he keeps experimenting, which leads to epic live concert performances. 

Here’s how you can use muted strums, ghost hits, and even percussive slaps to add more flair to the strumming pattern: D DxU X UD X. 

• DxU = Down (mute) Up. 
• UP = Light and relaxed strumming on the higher strings; at the same time, this part of the strumming pattern adds a “Chicka-chika” feel, making the song feel more alive rather than just mechanical. 

FAQs – Thinking Out Loud By Ed Sheeran Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. In which key is the song “Thinking Out Loud” by Ed Sheeran presented? 

Ans. The song uses E major as the main key, but whenever Ed Sheeran plays it live, he uses D major chord shapes in addition to a capo on the 2nd fret. 

Q2. What should be the tuning of my guitar if I wish to play “Thinking Out Loud” by Ed Sheeran?

Ans. Use standard tuning (E A D G B e) with capo on the 2nd fret. 

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. 

Introduction:

It’s My Life is known to be one of the rock anthems, it was released in May, 2000 as the lead single of the seventh album called Crush by the rock band Bon Jovi. This was the song which made it possible for the band to introduce themselves to the younger fanbase. 

Chords Used in Song Guitar Lesson:

Arpeggios Verse & Chorus Chords: This song uses power chords most of the time along with some strong strumming, but it is up to you to add arpeggios to add another dynamic layer in the verses 

Instead of strumming, you can also play the following arpeggios in the verse section:

E|----------------|  

B|------0--------|  

G|----0---0------|  

D|--2-------2----|  

A|--------------|  

E|--------------| 

Strumming Pattern 

This song uses palm muting and strong downstrokes in order to create the classic rock sound. The main strumming pattern for It’s My Life by Bon Jovi is: D D X U D X U D  

• D (Downstroke) → Hit the full chord with power.
• X (Palm Mute) → Lightly rest your palm on the strings for a muted "chug" effect.
• U (Upstroke) → Play lightly, focusing on the higher strings for dynamics.

Song Structure 

Introduction: In the introduction of the song you will be getting to know the tuning required to play this song. 

Song Arrangement: Here you guitar instructor Mike Walker will be combining the guitar and piano parts of the song together which allows you to play the iconic guitar melody of this song. 

Song Demo: After understanding what chords you need to play and where, in this part Mike is going to show you how to play the entire song with the backing track. 

Solo: This is the final part of the guitar lesson, and here you will be learning all the licks which are part of the guitar solo. 

Introduction:

Top Gun Anthem is one of the iconic instrumental rock compositions in Hollywood which was composed for the movie in 1986 by Harold Faltermeyer and Steve Stevens. This song has some strong, melodic guitar-driven tracks which every guitarist no matter if they are beginner, intermediate or expert must learn to play. 

Chords Used in Song Guitar Lesson

Arpeggios Verse & Chorus Chords: This song revolves around the lead guitar instrumental. But if you do want to learn about the arpeggios, then here’s how you should be playing them:

e|-----------0------------|  

B|------1------1---------|  

G|----0---0------0------|  

D|-------------2--------|  

A|--3------------------|  

E|----------------------| 

Strumming Pattern 

The strumming pattern of the song is as follows: D D U U D U. 

• D = Down strum
• U = Up strum

Song Structure 

Introduction: In this introduction your guitar instructor Mike Walker is going to teach you how to tune up a guitar for this song. 

Song Arrangement Part 1: This particular section will show you how to play the melody part of the song and how you should be counting the bells which are present in the song to keep up with tune.

Song Arrangement Part 2: Here, you will be learning the next part of the song. 

Song Demo: Here, Mike will show you how to play the entire song on guitar while keeping up with the backing track. 

Solo Part 1: In this part Mike will show you how to play the guitar solo which comes at 2:45 minutes on the track. He breaks down this guitar solo in 9 licks. 

Solo Part 2: This is the second part of the guitar solo, and it starts with lick number 6. 

Solo with Backing Track: Again, Mike plays the demo but this time specifically the solo part alongside the backtrack. 

Why Learn Top Gun Anthem Song?

The song has a beautiful, soaring lead guitar part which is easily recognisable when you play it. If you don’t know how to play the viberto, bends, and sustain control on your chord play then this song will teach you how to do it. 

Furthermore, it will help in improving your picking accuracy, sustain and phrasing and introduces you to dynamic control which is necessary if you want to master emotional guitar playing. 

FAQs – This Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. Who played the Top Gun Anthem?

Ans. Steve Stevens is the man who composed Top Gun Anthem, the song was written by Harold Faltermeyer. Steve played guitar and Faltermeyer played the keyboard during the recording of the song. 

Q2. Which song did Tom Cruise play when he was in the bar?

Ans. In 1986, Top Gun Tom Cruise played “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling.” Tom played this song, and other members of the Navy pilots joined in the movie scene. 

Fun Fact: Top Gun Anthem won the 1987 Grammy Award for Best Pop Instrumental Performance

Sinbad the Sailor (Concert Version) From Rock On

For any Indian musician who aspires to be a guitarist, we are sure you must have watched Rock On at least once in your lifetime. Rock On!! is a killer movie that has some of the best rock songs that Bollywood was able to produce.

Fun Fact: The lyrics of the song are more than just poetic; they also symbolize the journey of the band, which is the main plot of the movie. The guitar solo present in the song was improvised live during the recording of the song in the studio, and composers thought about keeping it for the final take.

Song Structure 

Introduction: For this guitar lesson, you will be learning from Mike Walker; in this part of the lesson, he is going to show you how to tune your guitar in order to play this song.

Intro Riff: The intro riff of the song is a 24-bar long guitar tune, which is broken down into 4 bars in order to make it easier for you to learn the tune. 

Keyboard Intro: This is an additional part of the guitar, this particular tune is more of a synth tune, but Mike, your guitar instructor for this lesson, has shown how you can play the same tune on your guitar as well. 

Verse, Chorus, and Interlude: This section of the song is pretty similar to the intro riff, here you will be using the same chord progression for playing verse and chorus. 

Bridge: In this part of the lesson, you will learn about all the four different bridges that are part of the song. 

With Backing Track: Now here, Mike is going to show you how to play the entire song in sync with the backing track. 

Solo 1: Here, you will be learning how to play the main solo of the song; again, the solo uses the same chords that you learned in the intro riff and in the verse and chorus section. 

Outro Solo: The outro solo of the song is something you might not be able to hear if you are not listening to the song very closely. 

Improvisation: In this section you will learn some more tips and tricks that you can use to play this song.

Why Learn Sinbad the Sailor (Concert Version) From Rock On?

Sinbad the Sailor has a touch of Indian classical tone in addition to the progressive rock energy which is something hard to find. If you are learning new forms of music, this particular song allows you to expand your musical horizon and find out how Indian melodies are able to merge with Western rock music. 

FAQs – Sinbad the Sailor (Concert Version) From Rock On Guitar Lesson

Q1. Who were the lead singers of Sinbad the Sailor? 

Ans. There were two lead singers in this song; the first one is Farhan Akhtar, who also acted in the movie as one of the band members. Other than him, the second singer was Raman Mahadevan, son of Shankar Mahadevan, who composed the album for the movie. 

Q2. Who composed the song? 

Ans. The composer for the song was Shankar-Eshaan-Loy; the trio is known for blending rock with Indian sounds. 

Q3. What makes this particular song so special in the film? 

Ans. This is the song that helps audiences who are watching the film to identify the band, the song is being performed in a key moment when the band is trying to connect with their original energy. 

In this video lesson Mike Walker teaches how to play the song Pichle Saat Dinoon Mein as part of our guitar series on Indian songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Intro Riff, Verse, and Chorus, Bridge and Outro, Song Demo, Solo Lesson and Improvisation. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

In this video lesson Mike Walker teaches how to play the song Nadaan Parindey as part of our guitar series on Indian songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Intro Chords and Lead, Verses and Vamp, Solo 1, Verse-3, Chorus, Main Solo Rhythm, Bridge and Licks, Final Section, Complete Song with Backing Track and Main Solo Lesson. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Welcome to the guitar lesson on a song that feels like a soft breeze under moonlight — En Iniya Pon Nilave, sung by the iconic K. J. Yesudas for the 1980 Tamil film Moodu Pani. This track was composed by Ilaiyaraaja for his 100th film score. The song is set to lyrics written by Gangai Amaran, who shows imagery of longing and quiet love. The film itself, directed by Balu Mahendra, is a psychological thriller, but this song brings in a moment of softness.

Ilaiyaraaja composed the melody in the raga Natabhairavi, which naturally has a melancholic mood. What makes this track stand out is its long guitar prelude and interlude, some of the lengthiest ever used in Tamil cinema. Over the years, this song has gained cult status, finding new life in covers and tributes. One such moment came in the 2008 film Vaaranam Aayiram, where Suriya’s character strums this tune, nodding to its lasting charm.

En Iniya Pon Nilave – Guitar Lesson

This version of En Iniya Pon Nilave is taught by our instructor J. J. Patishall, and it’s a soft acoustic cover designed for those who enjoy expressive playing. Although the original track is in C minor, the lesson uses a capo on the third fret, which brings the tonal centre down to A minor — a more accessible shape for guitarists. This lets you play all the rich and expressive chords while keeping finger positions manageable. The chords you’ll come across include Am, C, G, F, Dm, E, Fm, Am7, Aaug, and Am6, and each one adds a layer of emotion that mirrors the soul of the song.

One of the standout sounds in this track is the Fm chord, which usually doesn’t show up naturally in A minor but is used here for its emotional contrast. Steve explains how this shift works: you’re borrowing from a parallel scale. There are also extended chords like Am7 and Am6, which soften the sound and give it a jazz feel. Another special chord is Aaug, which adds a kind of unresolved tension, giving the song its dreamy, floating quality.

The rhythm in this lesson is not rushed. It’s based more on feel than a strict strumming pattern. J. J. encourages players to listen closely to the original and match the phrasing. He demonstrates the intro and interlude melodies clearly, making it easy for you to follow along, even if you’re not an advanced guitarist.

FAQs

Q 1. Is En Iniya Pon Nilave difficult to play for beginners?

Ans. Not very. While the song does use a few uncommon chords, the capo on the third fret simplifies things. With some basic understanding of open chords and attention to timing, beginners can manage it.

Q 2. What tuning is this lesson taught in?

Ans. The song is played in standard tuning (E A D G B E), with a capo on the third fret to match the original pitch while keeping chord shapes easy.

Aces High - Introduction

Aces High" is the eleventh single by legendary British heavy metal band Iron Maiden, written by bassist Steve Harris for their 1984 album Powerslave. The song's lyrics vividly depict a British RAF pilot's experience during the Battle of Britain (1940), with the band's mascot Eddie appearing as a Spitfire pilot on the single artwork. The track has become one of Iron Maiden's most iconic songs, featured in numerous video games and extreme sports films.

The song's B-side contains a cover medley of Nektar's "Crying in the Dark" and "King of Twilight" from their 1972 album. The music video, filmed during the World Slavery Tour in Poland, incorporates authentic Battle of Britain newsreel footage. This powerful imagery became a staple of Iron Maiden's live shows, often paired with Winston Churchill's famous wartime speeches as an introduction.

Aces High Guitar Lesson

This lesson with Mike Walker teaches you how to play "Aces High" properly. The song keeps changing keys - it starts in C, then goes to A, then G, then back to C. This makes the song exciting but tricky to play. When the key changes, the mood of the song changes too, just like how a dogfight has calm moments and crazy moments.

The main riff uses something called harmonised guitars - that means two guitars play the same tune but at different pitches, making a cool twin sound. The rhythm is called "galloping" because it goes fast like a horse (down-down-up, down-down-up). You need to palm mute the strings near the bridge to get that tight, machine-gun sound Iron Maiden is famous for.

The solos use a special scale that sounds Middle Eastern. It's basically the minor scale but with the second note lowered (so in E minor, you play F natural instead of F#). This makes the solo sound tense and dramatic, which goes well for a war song. The fast parts need alternate picking - down-up-down-up - to play cleanly at high speed.

For beginners, start by learning just the power chords (C5, A5, G5) and the galloping rhythm slowly. The chords are simple, but switching between them fast is hard. Advanced players should work on the twin guitar harmonies and the quick key changes. The song is tough, but satisfying to play once you get it right, like most metal songs.

FAQs

Q. What tuning is used in Aces High?

The original recording uses Eb tuning (all strings tuned half-step down) but can be played in standard tuning.

Q. How to play the galloping rhythm?

Use alternate picking with emphasis on the downstrokes: Down-Down-Up pattern repeated.

Q. Is this song suitable for beginners?

The simplified power chord version is accessible, but the full arrangement requires intermediate skills.