Our Top 10 Acoustic Backing Tracks For Guitar
We love the acoustic guitar here at Acoustic Backs And Tracks. It's one of the main instruments we use to create our acoustic backing tracks. So in this week's blog we wanted to share with you our top 10 acoustic backing tracks for guitar. If you're a singer or musician and love performing with the acoustic guitar then we hope this list gives you some fresh song ideas to perform to. These songs are a mix of finger style, slow ballad strummed guitar and more upbeat songs too. Whatever your guitar preference we hope this list inspires a few new song choices in your next acoustic set.
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Tennessee Whiskey by Chris Stapleton
If you're not familiar with Chris Stapleton, his sound is like if country merged with soul. His melodies have almost R&B esq runs and his voice is like butter. This song is a showcase of these two styles beautifully complimenting each other. If you like soul, country or both then get yourself this wonderful acoustic backing track.
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Best Of My Love by The Emotions
Best Of My Love was a major hit for The Emotions in the 1970s. The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1977, making it their most successful single. What's even more impressive is that it stayed at the top spot for five consecutive weeks! In recent years Paul Russell sampled it for his track Lil Boo Thing. So it's likely to hit with older and younger crowds. Either way a big crowd pleaser.
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Accidentally In Love from Shrek
Years after its debut, "Accidentally In Love" remains a popular choice for wedding playlists, romantic movie montages, and feel-good music compilations. Its enduring appeal speaks to the song's ability to evoke feelings of joy, love, and nostalgia.
Next time you watch Shrek 2, pay close attention to the scene featuring "Accidentally In Love" and appreciate the magic that music can bring to the world of animation.
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A Thousand Years By Christina Perri
"A Thousand Years" was inspired by the love story between Bella Swan and Edward Cullen from the Twilight Saga. Christina Perri was deeply moved by the epic romance depicted in the movies and decided to write a song that captured the essence of their undying love. This is one of the many reasons why it connects with so many people and features at wedding ceremonies, first dances and romantic compilations.
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"I Get To Love You" was actually written as a wedding vow. Yes, you read that right! The talented singer-songwriter behind Ruelle, Maggie Eckford, penned this beautiful song as a vow to her husband on their wedding day. This heartfelt gesture adds an extra layer of emotion and authenticity to the lyrics, making it a truly special and intimate piece of music. Our acoustic guitar backing track contrasts the original sound on keys and brings something a little different to a couple's special moment.
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Dance The Night Away by Dua Lipa
One of the reasons why "Dance The Night Away" is so popular is its catchy lyrics and memorable melody. Dua Lipa's powerful vocals combined with the infectious chorus make this song a crowd-pleaser that is perfect for any party or celebration. For this reason we feel it's a great choice to raise the energy of an acoustic set and connect with a younger crowd.
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"American Boy" was released in 2008 as the lead single from Estelle's second studio album, "Shine." The song quickly became a global sensation, reaching the top 10 in multiple countries and winning a Grammy Award for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration. This song hits with so many groups from dance buffs to rap fans to modern pop lovers. This is definitely a vibe for a modern acoustic set.
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Young Hearts Run Free by Candi Staton
Bring something soulful and disco to your sets with this classic from Candi Staton. Young Hearts Run Free is both an anthem and a sing along. It's a staple at weddings and our acoustic guitar version will lift the energy of your performance, just when you need that added injection.
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Kiss Me by Six Pence None The Richer
An infectious sing along, Kiss Me is a top 90's throwback. It's important to be able to connect with as many people in your audience as possible. Classics for the older generation, modern pop for the youngsters and then there's somewhere in the middle for the millenials. That's where Kiss Me sits and is a great choice for an acoustic guitar song to perform to.
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And finally our number one pick for acoustic backing tracks for guitar, Billianne's version of Simply The Best originally by Tina Turner. Her unique folky version featuring finger picked guitar is a breath of fresh air and breathes new life into an already brilliant song. If you need a stand out tune for your acoustic set then try this great acoustic guitar version.