Learn to Play "Need Your Love So Bad" by Peter Green on Guitar

In this lesson, we'll learn how to play Need Your Love So Bad on the guitar. This fantastic solo by Peter Green is a great song to add to your repertoire and perfect for enhancing your transcribing skills. Transcribing, or writing down the music you hear, can help you pick up many subtle things about this solo that make it so great.

The Importance of Transcribing

One of the key points I want to emphasize is the importance of trying to transcribe this solo yourself before diving into this lesson. Though it may seem challenging, transcribing can help you understand the song better. It's not just about getting the notes right. It's about capturing the feeling that comes with the song. This includes understanding the subtleties of the bends, how fast and slow they are, the vibrato, where the slides are, and even how loud and soft the different parts are.

Understanding the Solo

Need Your Love So Bad is an eight-bar blues progression in 12/8. It's a standard blues chord sequence, so if you're familiar with blues, you might find it easier to follow along. Even if you're not, don't worry. It's a relatively simple solo, with nothing harmonically complicated. It revolves around chord tones and major and minor pentatonic, making it an excellent piece for those starting to get into solos.

Analyze the Song

Another crucial aspect of learning this solo is analyzing it. Pay careful attention to which licks are being played over which chords. If you transcribe by yourself, you'll see what chord is played over what part of the solo. For instance, you might notice an F# minor chord where the note E is bending up to the note F#. This kind of self-discovery can be more beneficial than simply being given the information.

The Magic of the Solo

What makes this solo so special is its simplicity. There's nothing overly complicated happening harmonically. It's all about the chord tones and the major and minor pentatonic interplay. So make sure you take the time to look into that and understand it for yourself.

Wrapping Up

Playing this classic Peter Green solo is an enjoyable and educational experience, and I'm excited for you to give it a try. Remember, the goal is not just to play the right notes but to capture the feeling and nuances of the solo that make it so great. I believe in you and your ability to do this.

So, grab your guitar, and let's dive in! I can't wait to see how you do with your transcribing and playing of this beautiful solo. I'll be here to guide you every step of the way. So let's get started, and remember, practice makes permanent!

Watch the video to get a closer look at how to play Need Your Love So Bad by Peter Green on the guitar. Let's start strumming!