Making music is an art that touches so many people in so many positive ways and musicians creating that music are choosing to purchase electro acoustic guitars to make music. There may be several reasons why a guitarist specifically chooses these products to create music in the studio, by the campfire and live on stage. The good news for many musicians is that they can choose from many brands, designs and styles with great features to give them all they are looking for in one of these versatile guitars. Not only can guitarists find their favorite brand in great looks they will be able to create the great music that touches so many people so many different ways.

For those who are not familiar with what electro acoustic guitars and what they are they may want to take time to browse through the large selection. These guitars are designed to let musicians create music more than just one way. They are a great sounding acoustic guitar that will let the musician write and create with the acoustic guitar sound they are used to. As well as let the musician plug into any PA system at anytime to let the whole audience hear the music they are playing with great quality sound. Everything need to plug into a PA system is right on the guitar and it makes for a great sounding convenience.

When in the studio it may depend on the sound and how loud that guitar has to be for each sound as to whether or not the electro acoustic guitars are played acoustically or not. Chances are on any stage these guitars are plugged in for the whole world to hear if possible that will let the musician play the music that touches people as loud as possible. Sometimes there may be a more intimate time when a musician needs their guitar to be acoustic such as a campfire or a date. When that is the case there is no limit to the great music each guitarist can make.

Choosing the type of electro acoustic guitars may be different for each musician. Many guitarists may have a brand that they already own or that they only deal with. Chances are they will find their favorite brands that produce one or more of these products. Some of the name brands that guitarists have to choose from include Yamaha, Tanglewood, Ibanez and Fender. Not only can musicians choose their brands of choice but in their favorite styles and designs. Those musicians who have a certain look that they bring to the stage will be pleased with the choices they find.

Creating music that they love the way they want or need to will give many musicians great versatility in their guitar playing. Those who like to write and create great music at home can do so acoustically with a great sound to bring out a new song that will touch the lives of many people. Also many musicians just love to get together and create music with a jam session when that is the case they can choose to play acoustically or plug it in when they purchase from the selection of electro acoustic guitars.

When it comes to popular music, the acoustic guitar is the corner-stone. It is, in my opinion, the most honest of all the musical instruments.

What do I mean by that? It is a bare-bones instrument that does not allow the player to hide behind anything. It is unlike the electric guitar which can take advantage of effects and distortion. Those effects offer the guitar player some room for sloppy technique. The acoustic guitar, on the other hand, is what it is. If the musician misses a note or their technique is not clean, it is very noticeable.

With its softer tone, not only is the skill of the guitar player tested, but it is also crucial for the lyrics and vocals of the song to be great as well. These elements combined is what truly makes a great acoustic guitar song.

With that in mind I have come up with a small list of what I feel are some of the best acoustic guitar songs. Some simple, some a lot more difficult, but all deserve to be considered one of the best acoustic guitar songs.

1. Butterfly – By Weezer. Starting off the list is one of my favorite songs of all time. “Butterfly” by the geek rock group Weezer is simple, yet amazing. Off of their second album (and some would say their best) “Pinkerton”, the band was able to take a simply chord transition, a beautiful melody, and heartbreaking lyrics to craft and melancholy breakup song about lost love. Again the music is simple, but it is well deserving to make this list.

2. Sweet Baby James – By James Taylor. I think most people would agree that “Sweet Baby James” is clearly one the best acoustic guitar songs of all times. Off of his second album of the same name, James Taylor, beloved singer/songwriter wrote this haunting tune while driving to meet his baby nephew for the first time. The finger picking technique used on this track is difficult and involved, yet flows so beautifully through out. With his amazing voice, amazing guitar playing, and his knack for writing hits, James Taylor hit the nail right on the head with this one.

3. St. Augustine – By Band of Horses. This song appears on the debut album of Band of Horses, an indie band that released the album in 2006. The acoustic guitar work is perfect for the song, a leveled mixture of strumming and plucking, and the lyrics are boarder-line mind-blowing. But what makes this song worthy to be mentioned on the list of best acoustic guitar songs is the harmony of the two vocalists. It is subtle, but it is there, and it was what really sets this song apart.

4. Tears in Heaven – By Eric Clapton. Not much needs to be said when the name Eric Clapton is mentioned. The man is a guitar and music legend. Most known for his blues and electric guitar, however his acoustic guitar skills are rarely paralleled. Sadly one of his best acoustic guitar songs was written after the tragic death of his young son. Clapton put his emotions not only in his heartfelt lyrics, but also into the acoustic guitar part of the song. It is masterfully finger picked by Clapton and the melody almost always brings a tear to the listeners eye. That is why it earned a spot on this list.

Though this list is short, mainly because it could go on forever, it really captures the depth of what can be done with an acoustic guitar when played properly.