Anyone Got Good Careless Whisper Guitar Tabs?

Instruments Guitar and Bass
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Agreed! If you can incorporate some jazzy chords alongside the bends, it truly elevates the piece. It’s all about experimenting with your style.

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I’m curious, does anyone have suggestions for alternate tunings to use with ‘Careless Whisper’?

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Using drop D tuning can give you a different vibe! It allows for deeper bass notes which complement the song’s feel.

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I’ve noticed that some interpretations rush through the slides. It’s critical to take it slow to convey the emotion.

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Definitely! It’s like playing a love song – you have to let each note breathe. How slow is slow for you?

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I usually play at half tempo when I’m practicing. It helps me get the feel just right!

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You can’t forget the classic humor in this song! I once tried to sing it while playing and got totally messed up. :joy:

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Haha! Same here! It’s a challenging piece to master, especially with the emotional delivery.

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Has anyone reflected on how the mood of this song influences their guitar play? It’s such a beautiful piece.

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I’ve been looking for some solid guitar tabs for ‘Careless Whisper’ too! Have you checked out the cover by George Michael? His arrangement adds a lot of emotion.

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Another great version to explore is by Seether. They give it a heavier twist that’s really unique.

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I enjoy playing the acoustic version from the latest YouTube tutorials. The fingerpicking technique used by many artists gives it a softer feel. Anyone else tried that?

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I find that fingerstyle arrangements can really bring out the beauty in the song. Check out the one by Sungha Jung; he nails it!

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I’ve noticed that each artist brings their own flair to ‘Careless Whisper’. For example, the jazzier renditions often change the chord progressions slightly. It’s fascinating!

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True! Different covers often shift those chords just enough to create a unique vibe. Do you all think that affects how beginners learn the song?

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Definitely! I think it can be overwhelming for newcomers if they’re exposed to too many variations right off the bat. A simple tab to start with would be helpful.

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For sure! The classic version by George Michael is the best starting point. Once you’re comfortable, you can experiment with other styles!

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I totally agree with barrychavez! But I also think some of the earlier covers sound a bit dated now. It’s interesting to see how music evolves!

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Yeah, I get that. But there’s just something timeless about the original that keeps it relevant, regardless of how many covers there are.

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I’d love to hear how everyone interprets this song! If anyone has cool tabs, maybe we could compile a list?