Joe Satriani Made Of Tears Guitar Solo Tab

Made of Tears is one of Joe Satriani’s most emotional guitar pieces, from Super Colossal (2006). The solo combines Satriani’s signature lyrical phrasing with technical mastery — legato runs, wide bends, and an incredible sense of melodic direction.

About the Solo

Satriani approaches this solo as a vocalist approaches a melody — every phrase has shape, direction, and emotional weight. The technical difficulty is high, but the music always comes first. This is a benchmark piece for advanced lead guitar.

What You Will Work On

• Legato technique — smooth hammer-ons and pull-offs at high speed
• Satriani-style melodic bends — wide, expressive, pitch-perfect
• Phrasing across the neck — moving through positions fluidly
• Emotional dynamics — quiet passages versus powerful climaxes
• Whammy bar technique — subtle pitch variations for expression

Tips for Learning This Solo

• Learn the solo in short sections — it is long and complex.
• Focus on legato clarity before speed — every note must speak.
• Use a compressor to help sustain during the slower, more melodic sections.
• Record yourself and compare phrasing with the original.