

Here’s how to play the main riff from Johnny Cash’s version of the song “Hurt”.



Here is a cool riff from Tull that has quite a bit of technique that all guitarists need to know. The ribbon-like symbol in the first and second measure is known as “vibrato.” This is when you rapidly shake the string being played with your fret hand. There are also a few slides, which are performed by sliding your fret hand on the strings while playing at the same time.



The rhythm guitar part is the hardest of the two. The G, D/F#, C, D chord progression is played arpeggio style.

Here’s a tough one for you. To play this like the original you’ll need a capo at the 7th fret (and a 12 string to boot). It’s fun to learn and rewarding if you can finally get it, but I ain’t gonna lie… its a tough one!

Em, B7. Dsus2
More cowbell!
