One of those classic songs that hits you right in the feels because of it poignant simplicity, Crazy Love from Van Morrison has long been a staple for solo acoustic artists everywhere. The playing is the easy part, as capturing that live in the moment nostalgia (oxymoron enough?) is what set apart Van’s original from the many pretender versions that leave the song feeling quite forgettable... Good luck!
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