Learn how to "Somebody That I Used to Know" On Guitar - Version 2.0

We'll learn how to play Somebody That I Used To Know by Gotye on the guitar in this lesson. This version is beyond the beginner level! We'll use fingerstyle to play the bass and explore melody ideas and tasty grooves.

Gotye's 'Somebody That I Used to Know' has different approaches for more advanced players. If you're a beginner, start by learning the beginner version first.

Adding Some Interest With Your Guitar

This lesson won't give you an exact arrangement for this piece, but I inspiration for a creative thought process when putting something together. We're adding in a bass part, some percussive hits, and melodic elements that go beyond just the basic chord progression of the tune.

We're not getting quite to the level of Mike Dawes with it – his stuff is next-level stuff! But it's always a good idea to study talented musicians - and you should check him out! You can learn a lot from others, and they can be a great source of inspiration for curating your playing style. :)

Guitar Exploration Goals

The goal of these explorer lessons is to (hopefully!) inspire you to have a go at making your arrangement. The elements are all there, and it's up to you to experiment and add your spin to it.

When we learn songs by other artists, sometimes we can get caught up in playing them just like the original artist did, down to every note and fingering and chord configuration.

But when it comes to any art form, there's always room for artistic interpretation. You should always feel free to put your own personal spin on your guitar playing.

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