Finger Picking Pt. III

So after a lot of practicing, I finally managed to learn the tabbed version of 'Wake Me Up When September Ends' by Green Day and I am actually proud of what I managed to achieve.
The song has been one of my favourites ever since I heard it way back in about 2003, maybe 2004 because of the deep and meaningful lyrics. I don't think that many understand the true meaning behind the song so therefore instead result to mockery by using the song title every time October 1st comes around.

Billie Joe Armstrong, lead singer of Green Day wrote the song in memorial to his father who past away when Billie was 10 years old. Out of all the songs from the album American Idiot (which is a great album in itself), it is seen to be the most detached to the overall story and message of the album because of the deep and personal feelings involved. I think it's one of the most poignant songs in modern day about emotions and feelings and will forever be remembered.

So enough sadness on onto a bit of a happier note. Here is my acoustic cover of the song! (I will put the tab I used in my bibliography incase you want to have a gander and try for yourself).


Obviously I couldn't do the distortion or the reverb that is in the song as I only have an acoustic guitar  however that is something that I'd like to do. If I was to do this again, I would definitely like to record this on an actual electric guitar (amp and all) because it would give it that authentic feel to it (even though my acoustic is my own take on it). If an electric guitar is not available then the next best thing would be a music program (like Audacity) where I could add effects instead. Not only would this be good, but it would give me a better understanding of the different effects and how they affect sound, but also, it would improve my knowledge about how to use the program.

For my next challenge...well I have no idea actually! Whatever it might be, I think I'll give my finger tips a bit of a rest. Plucking strings tends to leave painful imprints, especially when you practice for long periods of time.

Until next time!