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Neil Young was once asked about his perspective on his musical career, and his response was…

"It's all one song."

I thought that was an interesting way to look at it…

Now sure he’s had continuous themes and emotions in his vast discography.

But there are a handful of his tunes that have REALLY resonated with audiences more than others. Ones they’ve latched on to for decades.

And today I want to share one of those with you.

In this lesson, you’ll discover how to combine syncopated rhythms with quick chord changes. How to play folkstyle chord embellishments, and even how to add walkups and licks in the middle of your rhythm playing.

Plus if you are a singer yourself, or you want to accompany others, this song is a great example of how to do that with just one guitar.

So tune up, and let’s dive into this “Old Man” guitar lesson.

Who Wrote Old Man?

"Old Man" is a classic song by Canadian singersongwriter Neil Young. Neil Young wrote and recorded the song, and it was released on his 1972 album Harvest. The album was recorded at various locations, including Quadrafonic Sound Studios in Nashville, Tennessee, and Barking Town Hall in London, England.

"Old Man" received critical acclaim and has become one of Neil Young's most beloved songs. It is a folkrock ballad that reflects on the passage of time, the complexities of life, and the relationship between the young and the old.

The song features Neil Young's signature acoustic guitar work and distinctive vocals.

"Old Man" performed well on the music charts, reaching No. 31 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. “Old Man” earned Neil Young a Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance in 1973.

"Old Man" continues to resonate with audiences to this day for its timeless theme and Young's heartfelt performance. It remains a standout track in his extensive discography and a classic in the folkrock genre.

What key is Old Man in?

“Old Man” is in the key of D major. However, the main riff dances between a Dm sound and a D major sound, in the guitar part. But when the song ends it finally concludes to the D major chord.

Old Man Guitar Chords

To play “Old Man” on guitar you are going to need to know 7 chords. Those chords are Dm9, D, F/C, C, G, Am7, and Em7.

Let’s take a look at these shapes on the fretboard next.

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