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Trying to make sense of terminology used by guitarists can be an incredibly daunting task for any beginner. Sometimes, the words being used do not always make the most sense with regard to their intended meaning.
Such is the case with the word “lick”, which is enough to leave any guitarist scratching their head in confusion. If you’re going to call yourself a competent guitarist, it’s time to learn the meaning and create your own licks.
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