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Man On Fire - Roger Taylor - Play Along - Acoustic Guitar Chords

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Channel: James Rundle · 2015 · Music

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Queen Drummer Roger Taylor - Man On Fire from his solo album Strange Frontier of 1984

Guitar Lesson Video https://youtu.be/kDB56PzT9Fk

Here is a professional and engaging YouTube description for your "Man on Fire" guitar lesson, highlighting Roger Taylor's solo work.
Headline:
Roger Taylor - Man On Fire | Acoustic Guitar Lesson (Full Song & Chords)

Description:
In this lesson, we take a look at "Man on Fire," the standout single from Roger Taylor’s second solo album, Strange Frontier (1984). While Queen fans know Roger as the powerhouse drummer behind the kit, his solo career is filled with melodic, guitar-driven rock gems like this one.

Originally a high-energy synth and electric guitar track, "Man on Fire" translates beautifully to the acoustic guitar. We’ll break down the driving rhythm and the specific chord voicings needed to capture the song's intense energy and Roger’s signature "rock 'n' roll" songwriting style.

Song Facts for the Die-Hard Fans:

• The Solo Career: Released in 1984, "Man on Fire" was a significant solo hit for Roger, reaching the Top 75 in the UK and becoming a staple of his live solo sets.

• The Queen Connection: The album Strange Frontier was co-produced by Reinhold Mack (who worked on Queen’s The Game and Hot Space) and even featured guest appearances by Freddie Mercury and John Deacon.

• Live Evolution: Roger later performed this song frequently with his band The Cross, giving it an even heavier, more live-band feel.

• The Music Video: The original 80s music video famously features Roger playing a character trying to rescue a girl from a literal fire—a true piece of 80s nostalgia!

What you’ll learn in this tutorial:

• The primary chord progressions for the verses and the explosive chorus.

• A simplified but powerful acoustic strumming pattern to mimic the driving 80s beat.

• Transitioning between the moody synth-like intro and the main riffs.

• On-screen Guitar Tabs for the intro and the bridge.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Performance Demo
0:45 - Overview & Tuning
1:30 - Verse: Chords & Rhythm
4:00 - The Chorus: "Man on Fire!"
6:30 - The Bridge & Outro
8:00 - Tone & Strumming Tips

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