The Weight - Guitar Lessonby Band, The

One of the defining songs of Americana, The Weight combines unforgettable storytelling with wonderfully accessible guitar playing. Neil teaches both the original key and an easier transposed version, making this an ideal song for singing with friends. The instantly recognizable opening lick and timeless chord progression make it a song every guitarist should know.

The Weight is one of the most popular songs by Robbie Robertson and The Band. It was released in 1969 on their 1st album, Music From Big Pink. The whimsical lyrics and instantly recognizable opening lick make it a lot of fun to play and sing, especially if you can round up some friends to sing along. This TARGET Short lesson includes playing it in the original key of A as well as transposed down to G.