The dad rode to heaven with this tune

Just read the girl from Reddit’s post about her dad...when she stated “cliffs of Dover” I about fell out. It’s been years since I’ve heard it, but I had to search for it and listen just because. It’s a great song...cheers to you young lady and your father. Thanks for rekindling a faint memory.

After all these years, I still have the lyrics memorized

If Eric Johnson were to record an extended version lasting two hours, I would listen to that masterpiece repeatedly

Came here from the lady who had this stuck in her head from when her dad jammed out to it in the car, and then found it 16 years later with her husband looking for "best guitar songs" on KZfaq. Rock in Peace, mystery man.

The dad is now chilling in a soft cloud with this on blast If you know you know

Guitar Hero III thank you for the memories ❤

I've known this for 11 years, and suddenly everyone comes from Reddit. Cool to see the piece get more recognition

Just came from a Reddit story, the dad was right. This is a really great guitar solo

I think the father has an amazing legacy now, he introduced more people to this song, and now when I hear it or about I will think about him.

The most joyful guitar playing I’ve ever heard.

I ain’t a guitar player but I loved playing this on guitar hero 3. It got me into the zone & I’d be ready to take on hard levels

What a butterfly effect, some 8y/o saw her dad spontaneously rock out to this and now hundreds of not thousands found this masterpiece. Edit: I'm surprised 5k+ found my comment, thanks, I guess 🙃

Her dad had good taste

Eric Johnson is one the most technically advanced guitar players ever. He definitely has a "full" understanding of the instrument and it's capabilities. But he's also such a great, genuine guy. Even with all his knowledge, he still has, soul, in his playing. Definitely a top 10 guitar masterpiece......

I just visited the actual cliffs of dover yesterday and i had this blasting on my earbuds just fitting!

I can’t imagine having this song stuck in your head for 16 years and not knowing the name of the song...

Now I know why that redditor's dad loved this so much...

For those who don't know what we are talking about in the comments, there was a reddit post about a 8 year old girl who heard this song while his father was jamming out to it. Her father died before she could ask him what the song's name was. After 18 years, she was searching for this song with her husband. They found it after 15 minutes, and now her kids jam out to this song.

Everyone here is because of reddit, whos been coming here constantly since Guitar Hero 3? One of my top 3 favorites.

I really hope that if she hasnt already, that girl from reddit youtubes this song again and sees how many views this has gotten. Countless people have discovered this song and jammed to it because years and years ago her dad told her it was the best guitar he'd ever heard. Her dad has been gone for years and is still influencing people across time. I think theres something really beautiful about this. Thank you Reddit girl, and thank you to your dad. ❤️

I can do the part where I pick up the guitar.

I'm glad this song is finally getting the love it deserves

This song is a prime example that music can hit you in the soul. There will always be a song for whatever feeling you've had. Or not had

This song is actually easy to play. The trick is just to partially slide the disc into the horizontal slit and allow the mechanism to grab it from you and take it. The results are almost always flawless. You will love it.

My mom used to sing this to me when I was little...

I can't imagine having this song in your head for 16 years and not knowing it was on Guitar Hero! 🤘

My uncle gave me this cassette he bought when Eric Johnson opened for Rush on the Roll the Bones tour in 91. I’ll never forget the first time I heard this song. Completely blew my mind.

Me:Dad why is my sister's name rose? Dad: because your mom loves roses Me:thanks dad Dad:no problem Eric Johnson - Cliffs of dover [HQ Studio version]

Came here cos a nice lady on Reddit told a heart warming story about her dad

Not a single "dislike". That's when you know you have a true masterpiece.

Eric Johnson...one of the best...PERIOD!

I can actually play this song perfectly. On guitar hero.

This song was a giant flex for Eric Johnson

For those who thought 16 years was a long time, I had specific remix of an obscure 90s house song stuck in my head from 1997 till 2017.....I finally found the original track around 2013, but it wasn't until 2017 when someone *finally* uploaded the version that I was thinking of (a very rare bootleg version). Even the person who uploaded it didn't even know what the name of the remix was, since they uploaded it from an old mixtape off the radio. So half of the title was called "????". Eventually someone commented what the name of the remix was. IT TOOK 20 YEARS. I have never cried tears of joy like that in my life.

*Slowly pulls out plastic guitar controller*

It's heartwarming to listen to this after reading the reddit post. I'm emotional about someone's dad I never knew.

I was in a similar situation. I heard this song on the radio while driving in 1990, and I fell in love with it right away. I had no idea what the song was or how to ask anyone since there were no lyrics. About a year later I heard it again and again they didn't say what the song was. this kept happening for about 7 or 8 years. Finally I was in a Pizza Hut on a rare chance and this was playing. I was in shock and stood up at my table and yelled. "For the love of god! does anyone know what this song is?!" instantly I heard at least 5 different people say "Cliffs of Dover!" or "Its Eric Johnson. Cliffs of Dover!" I swear I heard someone say Eric Clapton. I didn't care how embarrassed I was. I said "Thank you all sooo much!" A lot of people laughed. Including people I was at the table with. I borrowed a pen and wrote it on my arm since I was afraid I would forget. My next stop was the music store and I help up my arm to the people at the front counter and said "Where can I find THIS!?"

I watched Eric Johnson play this live at SXSW in Austin many years ago. It was amazing.

This songs tastes like Saturday morning

Who else here fantasizes of playing this in front of an audience?

Listening for decades. This is a masterpiece.

I've never seen so many people commenting on how they came to be here from a Reddit post, sorry I missed it. I just came to listen to some awesome music!!!

How to try Cliffs of Dover: -Master G Major scales -Master String skipping and hybrid picking - Throw guitar because you tried to find the first note

When I was a young soldier back in the 70's, I was stationed at Ft. Bliss in El Paso. One night, I went to see a concert, and this guy named Eric Johnson ( & The Electromagnets) was the opening act. The crowd was actually BOOING him because they wanted to get to the Headliner - BTW, for the life of me, I don't remember or even CARE who it was.... I was completely AWESTRUCK by his performance. It was then that I realized that a lot of concert goers were either completely deaf or total morons (probably both). My friends kept going on and on about how great the 'whoever they were' headliner was, but all i could hear in my head was Mr. Johnson. I'm guessing those very same people who booed him back in El Paso think he's a Guitar God these days, and rightly so. But for me, he's been a Guitar God ever since I saw him that night, opening up for whoever the hell they were.

Cliffs of Dover is the most uplifting melodic and happy sounding instrumental guitar song ever! It is so inspiring that my 7 year old nephew used to play this solo on the piano each time he would come over at Christmas on my mother’s 1900 Steinway Grand piano. Really lit up the living room! Eric’s finger action and originality are second to none. This music is motivational and inspiringly brilliant. Thanks for sharing!

Sounds as great as it did in 1990...Beautiful instrumental...

Just read the Reddit story about the girl whose dad loved the song. Never heard of it yet until now. Just want to say thank you and hope your dad was flying high to the best guitar solo ever.

Last time i requested this in karaoke the people in the bar thought i killed it

Just the happiest guitar ever

Overheard this song being played at an arcade on Guitar hero but didn't know the song. Worked my way through the names of the songs on the list until I found it. Worth it.

Everyone is talking about some girls dad and im over here wondering if anyone else played this on guitar hero

This song is what motivated me to play guitar. 1 Year on, still no where near close to being able to play it...One day.

The harmonics give me chills! This song is truly amazing, a full story if you can hear it

I’m very happy to see how many people from Reddit came here bcuz of the story of the dad jamming out. Now when I play this I’ll think of both of them. Way to make his legacy live on.

Back in the 90s I had to rush from work to get my son at daycare. It was a race to get there in time because rush hour traffic would coagulate around Stamford and I had to move it to make it thru in time. We owned the most beautiful car I've ever had, the first Acura Legend. It drove like a legend and moved like butter. I'd turn the key, turn on this CD and I'd tear ass up that road bobbing and weaving, often going 100 miles an hour for those 11 miles to get past Stamford. Listening to Cliffs of Dover just made me fly, I didn't care if I crashed and burned, I was flying and that music pulsed in my veins. It still excites me when I hear it. My son is now 30 yrs old and I still love this piece. Thank you Eric Johnson!

I’m taking it for granted that this song is as difficult as everyone says, but I just appreciate that Mr. Johnson‘s difficult song still works as a SONG, rather than just a way for a guitarist to show off.

When asked about this song, Johnson said: "I don't even know if I can take credit for writing 'Cliffs of Dover' ... it was just there for me one day ... literally wrote in five minutes ... kind of a gift from a higher place that all of us are eligible for. We just have to listen for it and be available to receive it." For some reason, it's addicting and I really like it.

My GOD this never fails to put a smile on my face

Saw a TikTok vid with this story from Reddit. W dad, he brought so many people here to enjoy that music 🙏

The mysterious guitar tune! Finally!good for her

Just wanted to help a few people out, so i typed out the lyrics. Intro: Verse 1: Chorus: Verse 2: Chorus: I hoped this helped.

How can I have never heard of this guy!! I and 64 and I am just wowed!

No matter how i feel, this song is always a comfort

Love how many are here because a little girl saw her dad rock out to this decades ago! 😂 Music brings people together and its truly one of humanity's greatest accomplishments. 🎶😁🎶

Came from a Reddit story and I absolutely love this song

Thank you guitar hero for introducing me to this song and that was 10 years ago :)

I’m amazed at the number of folks who had never heard this song until it was spoken of in a recent article. I’ve been rockin to it all my life, but however you found it… I’m glad you did! And I’m so very glad the lady has this sweet memory of her dad. Rest in Rock, sir 🤘🏻🖤 And y’all check out Trademark. Another favorite of mine by Mr. Eric Johnson.

Quite possibly the finest electric guitar instrumental ever.

I know I'm not the only one, who imagines playing this in front of a crowd. Lol

Not here from reddit.. But it's great to see the comments below.. Music bringing us all together..as always!!!

I’ve always loved this song. Played it in the tape deck of my Ford Escort when I was in college. Best driving song through country hills or mountains! You feel like you could just fly!!

The lyrics are the tabs, because the guitar does all the talking

2/9/2024 i came back and changed the history of this comment forever lmfao

Takes me back to my childhood. To a time when the radio was still a thing and my favorite DJ would play this every time he ends his shift. Nostalgia.

RIP to that girls dad.. The guy has a legacy now, so many thousands of people found this masterpiece thanks to him. Rock in peace man!

This song makes me happy. It just sounds so upbeat, positive and fun! It's amazing how music can invoke emotion, even with no lyrics

The reddit girl who saved this song for 16 years in her head brought me here!

I have played guitar for over 30 years and i can attest this is by far one of the most challenging songs to learn it takes most skillful guitarists 6 months to a year to master. i for one feel the electricity whenever i hear or play this tune. Eric Johnson is a master at his craft such a powerful song that has zero lyrics but yet it gets ya right in the feels.

I heard this on Q102 FM radio in Dallas in the 80s and loved it! I got tickets to some multi artist concert at the Dallas Convention Center arena and Eric was one of the performers and loved it!! I see comments about a girl and her dad but have no clue about that but it sounds like she had happy memories.

Funny story, I was in my ex girlfriends moms car, I was probably like 16 at the time, and this song came on the radio and I had to know the title, so even though she broke up with me and slept with another guy a week after it’s still alright because I learned this awesome song from her moms cool taste in music, thanks again Mrs. Sines!

I love the guitar solo part

This is the song I want at my funeral

Lol i scrolled down to the comments expecting a bunch of GH3 comments, but apparently there is a new reason to why this amazing song is going viral. This song/Eric Johnson getting more attention is always a great thing in my book.

Damn, this is one of the songs my uncles played on guitar hero while they still went to family gatherings. Didn't expect to be hit with my own nostalgia when I came here from that girl's post about her dad

The bass guitar on this song is supremely underrated.

Back in 1999 started working with a bunch of guys in Tampa. Listening to Travis Tritt and the like. Slipped this disc in one night , they went crazy. Must of played it 10 times that night.

Read it about a girl and her dad... And here we are altogether 😊 great piece of art 😉👍

I'm addicted to this track

Her dad had wonderful taste in music. So glad I found this masterpiece

This one of the first songs I learned on guitar when I was 13 years old back in 2006. Never gets old. Long live Eric Johnson.

This song was my absolute favorite song to play on my guitar back when I could come close enough to do it justice 😊

Heard this when I was 10. Didn’t know the name. Been searching literally for 30 years for it. Hummed it at least 4x’s a week. Came across it on a KZfaq playlist yesterday. Have listened to nothing but it since then. Easily my favorite song ever!!!!!

I think this is legitimately up there with Beethoven, Mozart, and Bach for one of the most beautiful melodies ever written!

So cool seeing Eric live, he just exudes such positivity and beautiful tone he attains, the tears just flow, unaware. Eric is amazing! ❤❤❤

Hey Eric, I saw you in Williamsburg, VA in the late 90s!!! Youvwere great as usual!!!💜💙💚

Im gonna jam to this song every once in a while to thank the reddit girls dad who passed away cause he now showed me magic in the form of music. God bless your soul reddit dad

I came here to say something to the effects of "lyric video when?" But considering I've been beaten to that by almost 5k people, I'll just say that the first time I heard this song, I didn't know it was an instrumental so I kept sitting and waiting for a singer to come on, then the song ended and I felt almost robbed. Listened to it again some 4 years later and realized it was a fucking banger, now I listen all the time.

Just saw a reel about a girl on reddit who's dad loved this song and the second the reel was finished, well... here I am! 🤣🤣 lord I missed this song.

The first time I experienced Eric Johnson was the Austin city limits performance. I didn't remember all of the songs, but this one stuck. It's my all time favorite. Brilliant.