Sweet Home Chicago Guitar Lesson (Magic Sam LEAD)

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Today I want to share with you how to play Magic Sam’s version of “Sweet Home Chicago.”
This tune is a blues standard and is one that comes up countless times in blues jams. It’s also great for playing with friends as it follows a standard 12-bar blues chord progression.
Sam was an influential American blues guitarist and singer. He was born on February 14, 1937, in Grenada, Mississippi, and became known for his distinctive guitar style and soulful vocals.
It’s incredible how well he could really sing and play guitar! He also played a crucial role in shaping the sound of Chicago blues in the 1950s and 1960s.
Sam began playing the guitar at a young age and was heavily influenced by blues greats such as Muddy Waters, Little Walter, and B.B. King.
He moved to Chicago in the mid-1950s, where he quickly became part of the vibrant blues scene. Sam's guitar-playing style was characterized by its energetic, innovative, and expressive nature.
See Sam didn’t play with a standard flatpick. He played with just bare fingers. And boy did he get an AMAZING sound!
I’ll cover how to play the chord progression, rhythm patterns, and even some of his tasty turnaround licks. So get tuned up and let’s begin!
Who Wrote Sweet Home Chicago?
"Sweet Home Chicago" is a blues standard that has been recorded by a lot of artists over the years. The song is originally credited to Robert Johnson. Johnson was one of the most influential blues musicians of all time from the Mississippi Delta. He first recorded "Sweet Home Chicago" in 1936 during his legendary recording sessions in San Antonio, Texas.
The origins of the song can be traced back to earlier blues compositions. The melody and structure of "Sweet Home Chicago" bear similarities to other blues songs of the time, such as "Kokomo Blues" by Scrapper Blackwell and "Honey Dripper Blues" by Roosevelt Sykes.
These songs, along with many others, contributed to the development of the classic 12-bar blues form, which "Sweet Home Chicago" follows.
The lyrics of "Sweet Home Chicago" express a longing to return to the city of Chicago, which was a major hub for blues musicians during the Great Migration of African Americans from the rural South to urban areas in the early 20th century.
Over the years, "Sweet Home Chicago" has become an anthem for the city of Chicago and an iconic blues standard. Its timeless appeal and memorable guitar riffs have made it a favorite among blues enthusiasts and musicians alike. Artists such as Freddie King, Eric Clapton, and The Blues Brothers have recorded their own renditions, each adding their unique style and interpretation to this beloved blues classic.
Magic Sam’s Sweet Home Chicago Chords
To play Magic Sam’s version of “Sweet Home Chicago” you’ll need to know 3 chords E7, A7, and B7.
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Thank you! Can't beat some good ol Magic Sam😊

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