How To Play Johnny Cash - Folsom Prison Blues

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[mitricc]

idk why but u look and give a supportive dad vibes

[natedouglas]

Marty, I want you to know I work in a medical lab in Minnesota and have been following you for several years. Yesterday, a young boy about the same age I was when I learned guitar (13ish) came in to get his blood drawn. He was talking about his guitar and we hit it off. He was super passionate about playing and his mother told me that he and all his guitar buddies follow your channel and think you're the best. Then he was suprised and thought I was super cool that I follow you too. Anyway, I used to teach guitar and when you can inspire young people to be passionate and have a unique ability to teach and demonstrate the effort and patience involved learning an instrument, it's a great feeling. I thought I would share this with you. Take care. Nate Little Falls, Minnesota.

[diarmuidbuckley]

I remember my grandfather died I was heart broken. He loved this song so much. When we heared the news me and my mam went right over to his house to support my grandmother. I found his old guitar and asked my grandmother if I could use it. I didn't know how to play any guitar but some how I learned this song in 2 weeks and played it at his funeral

[furioussherman]

This can't be Folsom Prison Blues. You didn't begin the video by saying "Hello, I'm Johnny Cash."

[roundprairiedairy]

In case anyone’s wondering how the end riff goes... I hope you guys appreciate this cause it took a while to type it out haha

E ——3–h4————————|
A——————2–h4————|
D——————————2——|
G—————————————|
B—————————————|
e—————————————|

Then Finishes With An Em Chord

[ariannasmith]

"Then I play a B7 chord, and that's what tortures me.."

[BlDHound]

"That b7 is rumblin, and that tortures me" lol. Love it.

[Wizardstix]

Hi Marty. 9 months ago I learned this song. I play it at cook outs, bonfires, & everyone loves the rhythm 🎶 of this song from young to old. Every time I play it you pass through my mind because of where I learned it. Can’t thank you enough

[nickacosta]

Marty! Just wanted to take the time out and say you honestly taught me the guitar. I really enjoy your lessons. Thanks for everything!

[dfro]

“That B7 is rumblin, and that tortures me” 😂😂🥶 Marty is ice cold

[rickp]

Getting back into guitar playing after a 50+ year break, and just want to say how much I enjoy and appreciate all you're doing Marty.
The internet didn't exist when I first started playing - look how far we've come and how much help we have today!
Thanks a million!

[dylanbrown]

"E e e e e don't ever play with guns noe back to e"

[wholehogfan]

A palm muting class would be sweet af. The speed of the down/up with the palm mute is maddening for the beginner (me)

[rachaelmeager]

This just completely expanded my understanding of how to use the guitar in general. Thank you so much for this incredible video!

[violinmama]

You make learning new stuff so fun and doable. Trying to learn this in time for Father's Day, so I can play it for my dad. He's a huge Johnny Cash fan. Wish me luck!

[blake]

Definitely getting my guitar out of storage again and learning this song. So glad I kept my guitar instead of selling it

[MrProh_]

Man, I've learned so much thanks to you, I really want to thank you sir. Your efforts are very much appreciated =)

[jakedalton]

You’ve taught so much over the years. Thank you man! You’re the best teacher honestly. I like your teaching style. We love you Marty!!!

[sarahbricker]

With captions on: 2:44 “Dan’s an acorn”

[sharranclay]

I'm gettting closer to achieving this song.I have to continuely repeat the riff. Thank you, I hope I pertfect it.