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How do you play crazy train on guitar?

Here are the steps on how to play "Crazy Train" by Ozzy Osbourne on the guitar:

Tuning:

Before you begin, make sure your guitar is tuned to standard tuning (E, A, D, G, B, E).

Intro:

1. Start by playing the main riff which consists of these notes:

- 2nd string, 3rd fret (C)

- 3rd string, 5th fret (G)

- 2nd string, 5th fret (A)

- 3rd string, 7th fret (B)

Repeat this pattern.

Verse:

1. The verse uses the same main riff as the intro.

2. Continue playing the riff while you sing the verses.

Chorus:

1. During the chorus, play a power chord progression:

- 5th string, 7th fret (B) + 4th string, 7th fret (E) - B5 power chord

- 4th string, 9th fret (F#) - F#5 power chord

Repeat the B5 and F#5 power chords alternately.

Solo:

1. The guitar solo in "Crazy Train" is played by Randy Rhoads.

2. You can listen to the song and try to imitate the lead lines, which involve fast alternate picking and bends.

Bridge:

1. The bridge section features a different riff:

- 5th string, 7th fret (B)

- 5th string, 5th fret (A)

- 3rd string, 7th fret (B)

- 3rd string, 5th fret (A)

Repeat this pattern.

Outro:

1. The outro is similar to the intro but with added harmonics:

- Play the main riff.

- On the 2nd string, 3rd fret (C) note, add a harmonic by lightly touching the string at the 7th fret and picking it.

- Continue the riff with harmonics on every "C" note.

Remember to practice regularly and listen to the original song to get a better understanding of the timing, phrasing, and nuances of the guitar parts.

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