Best Acoustic Songs (Western) of All Time

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Acoustic Instruments

No matter how many artificial sounds and electrical amplification are added, one can never beat that sweet and soft acoustic sound. That raw unamplified sound is the real flavor of the song minus all the unnecessary embellishments that have become characteristic of modern day music. Let's relive those acoustic tracks that have stood the test of time and left an indelible mark on our lives.

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The Beatles - Blackbird

Blackbird is a song from the era defining 1968 album of the Beatles, titled 'The White Album.' It was written by Paul McCartney and performed as a solo piece by Paul. Paul said it was inspired by the call of a blackbird during his well known stay in Rishikesh, India and simultaneously by the increasing racial tensions that were prevailing at that time in the USA.

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The Beatles - Here Comes the Sun

Another acoustic classic by the Beatles that has resonated across generations is Here Comes the Sun. This was a track on the 1969 album, Abbey Road. It was written by George Harrison and is one of his best known compositions. George Harrison tragically passed away in November 2001, while being surrounded by his family and ISKCON priests.

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Eric Clapton - Layla

Layla" is a song written by Eric Clapton and Jim Gordon, originally recorded by Derek and the Dominos, as the thirteenth track from their only studio album, Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs (1970). Its contrasting movements were composed separately by Clapton and Gordon.

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Eagles - Hotel California

Hotel California" is the title track from the Eagles' album of the same name and was released as a single in February 1977. It is still the biggest staple song that people love to sing as a group worldwide at parties and get togethers and has proved to be a timeless melody and tune that everyone loves, whichever culture or country they belong to.

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Extreme - More than Words

More Than Words" is a song by American rock band Extreme, released as the fifth track and third single from their second album, Pornograffitti (1990), in March 1991. It is a ballad built around acoustic guitar work by Nuno Bettencourt and the vocals of Gary Cherone. A very popular love song, it made millions of people throw away their electric guitars and sing their favorite love songs with a basic Acoustic Guitar!

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Guns n Roses - Patience

The classic love ballad from one of the iconic rock bands of all time, Patience was released as a single in April 1989. The song peaked at number four on the US Billboard Hot 100. The song is a ballad, played using three acoustic guitars and was recorded in a single session by producer Mike Clink.

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Wonderwall - Oasis

Wonderwall is a song by English rock band Oasis. It was written by Noel Gallagher. The song was produced by Gallagher and Owen Morris for the band's second studio album (What's the Story) Morning Glory?, released in 1995. According to Gallagher, "Wonderwall" describes "an imaginary friend who's gonna come and save you from yourself". One of the first songs that every Acoustic guitarist learns on the Guitar.

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Pink Floyd - Wish You Were Here

The iconic and classic anthem of all time, Wish You Were Here is a song by English rock band Pink Floyd. It was released as the title track of their 1975 album of the same name. David Gilmour and Roger Waters collaborated to write the music and Gilmour sang the lead vocal. Every Acoustic guitarists favorite track all over the world, this is a certified legendary acoustic song.

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Green Day - Good Riddance

Although different from the band's usual sound, it is one of the band's most popular songs. It has also become a staple of the band's concerts and is usually played as the final song. It is a beautiful song that is nostalgic as well as soothing and relaxing to play and sing on the Acoustic Guitar. It is a must learn for every Acoustic Guitarist.

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