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Beast of Burden Rolling Stones Guitar Lesson + Tutorial
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Keith Richards said, "Music is a great healer, a great diffuser of things. It's a great way to express yourself."
I couldn’t agree more. And that’s why today I wanted to share with you a classic Rolling Stones tune that hits on all 3 of these points.
The groove and vibe will give you a healing feeling.
The lyrics are about diffusing any problems and tensions within a relationship.
And finally, the chords and solo sections are a great way to express yourself on the guitar.
So tune up, and get ready, as we dive into this “Beast of Burden” guitar lesson.
Who wrote Beast of Burden?
"Beast of Burden" was written by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Ronnie Wood. The song was recorded for their 1978 album titled Some Girls, which is considered one of the band's most successful and iconic albums.
The recording of "Beast of Burden" took place at the Pathé Marconi Studios in Paris, France, and overdubbed at Cherokee Studios in Los Angeles, California. The song features Mick Jagger on lead vocals, Keith Richards on guitar and backing vocals, Ronnie Wood on guitar, Bill Wyman on bass guitar, and Charlie Watts on drums.
"Beast of Burden" has received critical acclaim over the years and is considered one of The Rolling Stones' greatest songs. It has been praised for its catchy melody, soulful vocals by Mick Jagger, and the interplay between Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood's guitar work. The song has also been featured in various films, TV shows, and commercials, contributing to its enduring popularity.
Also, there have been a number of other famous covers of this song as well. For example, Bette Midler's cover of "Beast of Burden" was released in 1983 as a single from her album No Frills. Her rendition of the song received significant radio airplay and became one of her signature songs.
The American rock band Pearl Jam has also covered "Beast of Burden" in their live performances. Eddie Vedder's distinctive voice adds a unique touch to the song.
While "Beast of Burden" may not have won specific awards like Grammy Awards, it remains a fan favorite. Plus it has also been covered by numerous artists. And it continues to be a staple in The Rolling Stones' live performances.
Beast Of Burden Guitar Lesson Chords
There are just a handful of chords to know to play “Beast of Burden” on guitar. However, a number of the chords involve a technique of reaching your fretting hand thumb over the top of the neck to play bass notes. This is something that both Ronnie Wood and Keith Richards do in their guitar styles. But unfortunately, it is not the easiest technique to do if you have not practiced it before.
There are two main sections to the song. The A-section and then the B-section.
Let’s first take a look at the chords of the A-section. You’ll need to know B, E/B, C#m, and A.
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Thank you, Jon. I've been practicing the rhythm part recently so this is perfect timing.

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awesome solo work

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