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Man, thanks so much. I’ve always appreciated the original, and I can play it, but there’s just something raw and simple about playing it in standard. Thanks for listening
@@chrismiller8421learned a tip to buy a second set of strings. Put two b strings on and tune that one down to A. I have a second guitar set up like this pretty much for the goo goo dolls
Holy shit hands down the best cover of this song iv ever heard. Trying to break down how your your hitting all them accents on the guitar it's incredible 👏
He's a genius. He threw the pick out at about the end of the instrumental to warm the tone a bit, soften it up to close the song. This is well thought out.
This is so impressive. I literally gave a second guitar set to goo goo dolls tuning so I can play this in open D. Didn’t even know it would be possible to play it in standard
I have tried to play this song but I can’t make it through without crying. The words mean so much for so many people. What a beautiful rendition. Thank you
@DrewHale you've inspired me to get back into playing and singing. Been playing for 20 yrs, but took a break with life, kids, divorce, parents health declining, demanding job. But I believe music is the only thing that can truely cure a soul. Comedy and laughter help too. I hope you dont mind me stealing this version. Its been a blast belting out at the top of my lungs. Just thought I'd comment to let you know your work is important to many people and 99% of the time you have no idea about it. Cheers and God speed brother.
I’m blown away by the talent here. This voice is such a rare blend of rough grit and smooth polish. He can give it a country growl and then a smooth technical run in the very next word. Truly astounding.
Really spectacular cover of this song. You got inside the vocals and made them your own. Great song and you took it in a whole new place and I really hope the original artist appreciates it as much as I think we all do. 🎉 Hopefully the band gets a chance to see this cover.
im not the first to say that you lost the pick at the end of the solo. but you kept it going, and it rolled perfectly. almost as if it was intentional. thats pure skill. awesome vid brah
Brother!, this is honestly the BEST acoustic cover of a song I have ever heard!. Loved every second of it, you absolutely nailed it to the point that I actually think it’s better than the Goo Goo Dolls version and that’s against the rules to say apparently haha. Well done brother
You totally smashed it dude! Incredible playing. You hit those notes, dead on! Capo and standard tuning? Awesome cover. By far, the best cover of this song I've ever heard.
Leaving this comment so everytime someone likes it i can come back to and listen to this Masterpiece
Did anyone catch that his pick flew off to go live with Jesus during the solo. And he just kept on playing and never missed a beat. Legend.
He switched to a thumb pick finger down strum. This dude has played some Johny Cash.
I sure did 😂
Gone! Haha played perfectly
Yep, didn’t even phase him
His pick left the solar system
Best cover I've ever heard of this song
There is so much unknown incredible talent in this world. Bravo.
That was unreal my dude
His voice got progressively more country and kicked ass
Man... it's great seeing someone play this without using that break-a- string Rzeznik tuning. Bravo, brother!
Man, thanks so much. I’ve always appreciated the original, and I can play it, but there’s just something raw and simple about playing it in standard. Thanks for listening
Lmao, that’s the damn truth that g string ride is no joke.
@@chrismiller8421learned a tip to buy a second set of strings. Put two b strings on and tune that one down to A. I have a second guitar set up like this pretty much for the goo goo dolls
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This is my favorite version exactly for that reason!
Holy shit hands down the best cover of this song iv ever heard. Trying to break down how your your hitting all them accents on the guitar it's incredible 👏
What's the chances of a tiny tutorial on this would happily pay for your time
Me too! I thought it was a backtrack at first! 🔥🔥🔥
Bro the passion, the energy, u fucking nailed that shit.
Loses the pick at 3:47 and keeps going. Fucking champ, best Goo cover I’ve ever seen
He's a genius. He threw the pick out at about the end of the instrumental to warm the tone a bit, soften it up to close the song. This is well thought out.
First standard tuning cover I've heard that captures the tune. Great vocals too!
Right?! He captured all of the accents from the original tuning. I’m going to study this cover for sure. Nicely done.
This is so impressive. I literally gave a second guitar set to goo goo dolls tuning so I can play this in open D. Didn’t even know it would be possible to play it in standard
Came for the guitar tips, stayed for the vocal... lovely Americana voice. Great match
Holy crap. My exact thoughts! And you threw in the 🇺🇸 💪
Right! It's iconic
Damn, man. I’m gonna tell everyone your name. I’m only sorry I didn’t know it sooner. Incredible talent.
Means the world! Thank you.
I have tried to play this song but I can’t make it through without crying.
The words mean so much for so many people.
What a beautiful rendition.
Thank you
This song takes some crazy tuning. Nice job recreating it in standard tuning.
@DrewHale you've inspired me to get back into playing and singing. Been playing for 20 yrs, but took a break with life, kids, divorce, parents health declining, demanding job. But I believe music is the only thing that can truely cure a soul. Comedy and laughter help too. I hope you dont mind me stealing this version. Its been a blast belting out at the top of my lungs. Just thought I'd comment to let you know your work is important to many people and 99% of the time you have no idea about it. Cheers and God speed brother.
All the best to you!
Please do a tutorial! This is the best standard tune version I've ever seen.
You got me right when you started singing bro! Your voice is amazing!
Great, love to see the TAB for the standard Tuning. You also have a great Voice Drew !
Dude. This is insane! I've listened 6 times today. You're a badass...keep it up.
Same, in a row! This is an awesome cover! It’s like Goo Goo Doll meets Rascal Flatts 😊
Gave a like just because you were playing it in standard tuning, then when you started singing, HOLY SHIT!
Outstanding. Love the slightly countrified version. It's perfect. Playing and vocals are flawless. Love it.
Such a good performance 👏👏👏👏
I’m blown away by the talent here. This voice is such a rare blend of rough grit and smooth polish. He can give it a country growl and then a smooth technical run in the very next word. Truly astounding.
Really spectacular cover of this song. You got inside the vocals and made them your own. Great song and you took it in a whole new place and I really hope the original artist appreciates it as much as I think we all do. 🎉
Hopefully the band gets a chance to see this cover.
Thank you so much. This means the world to me. 🤘🏼🤘🏼
Impersonation is the highest form of flatery
At 3:46 the pick goes flying but this legend keeps playing like a pro. Great cover brother. Greetings from Australia 🌏🦘
im not the first to say that you lost the pick at the end of the solo. but you kept it going, and it rolled perfectly. almost as if it was intentional. thats pure skill. awesome vid brah
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This is amazing! Goosebumps. Well done, sir!
One of the best covers i've ever seen! You belt like a pro!
Great job man! Your voice is incredible!
Im not typically one for country style voices, but man you knocked this out of the park
wow man seriously, your voice hits so hard. and the arrangement for the guitar is so perfect. sounds almost exactly like the original if not better.
Absolutely stellar! Bravo!
Absolutely gorgeous cover bro!!!!
My all time favourite song ❤️
This guy should come to England to play; I’d love to see him live.
This is an amazing cover!!!
Absolutely fantastic!
Drew you nailed it!!! Outstanding!
Wow, this is a GREAT cover, Drew! Well done!
This is 100% the BEST damn cover of this song on the internet. Incredible guitar work and phenomenal singing. You deserve a lot more recognition sir.
Beautifully done! Loved it!
Mr. Hale, you knocked this one way out of the park!
Gave me chills. Awesome Brother✨
Dude! What a nice cover! I love it! 🔥🔥🔥
amazing cover and fantastic voice !! love it !
Amazing ❤ Outstanding job 👏
Absolutely amazing cover Drew!!!
One of my favorite covers of name. Great job man
Love this cover. Watched it so many times now!! 😊
Magnific cover, and fantastic voice!!!
Breathtaking and brought tears to my eyes. Awesome work brother
awesome version!!!! love it! congratulations
Amazing!!!
Absolutely amazing cover. Love this song and you did it great. Also awesome how accurate it sounded to the studio version with standard tuning.
Absolutely brilliant my man 👍🏼 nice to hear it in standard tuning and yet still capturing the feel so well!
Absolutely amazing!
Wow, amazing work!
This was incredible!!!!!! Thank you for sharing!!!!!
Wow, this is a gorgeous cover, man! Rock on! 🔥
Someome needs to sign this guy now! I feel fortunate that he shares his gift from his living room.
Just wow.. this is amazing. One of my favorite songs of all time!
This is GREAT!
You are so talented. Love the Goo Goo Dolls. Your guitar playing is exquisite.
Wow - man nice job! Love the spin you put on it in your voice.
amazing cover man!! great voice and such much talent playing the guitar
Wow great job! Love this song.
Excellent! Very well done. Thank you so much for sharing that with us! I look forward to more.
Amazing cover, amazing voice. Bravo!
Amazing! Lots of love from Calgary!
Dude perfect job. One of the best cover ive ever heard
What a cool unique cover of the song. Great job!
As a long time fan of the Goo Goo Dolls and in particular: THIS song. Well done brother!!
You sing incredible man Love the cover
Dude this cover is the best I’ve seen over this song. Kudos - that was awesome
Beautiful!
love this song and glad I heard you. Props
Excellent song and excellently covered. Well done.
Deymm!!! Superb cover!!
Now that's how you cover a song. Love the energy
Fantastic!
LOVE THIS VERSION, Awesome!!
just superb!
Brother!, this is honestly the BEST acoustic cover of a song I have ever heard!. Loved every second of it, you absolutely nailed it to the point that I actually think it’s better than the Goo Goo Dolls version and that’s against the rules to say apparently haha. Well done brother
One of the best covers I’ve heard of this. Spectacular way that you made this your own. 🔥 Acoustic is the purest form.
You killed it bro!! 👏🏼 👏🏼
Awesome job man! I'm learning this song myself and this version definitely helped!
Incredible. Incredible.
Great work. Great vocals and tone and all around perfect. Well executed bro. Good stuff.
PRETTY SICK!!! I love it!!!
What an epic cover bro. Definitely deserve way more views. 🤟🏽
Kudos my friend. What a wonderful cover.
Absolutely awesome.
just an absolute joy to listen to. thank you for sharing your talent.
You totally smashed it dude! Incredible playing. You hit those notes, dead on! Capo and standard tuning? Awesome cover. By far, the best cover of this song I've ever heard.
Best cover I’ve heard in a long time. I’m gonna start playing it this way. Thanks brother. Preciate chu.
I'm literally watching you do it and still have no idea how your doing it. Awesome cover and unexplainable tuning takeover
Greatest cover I've heard!
This cover is on a different level. It’s my favorite. Well done, mate.
The absolute best !!!!!!
Deadly !
Very Beautiful!