Use a diatonic harmonica in the key of G
Play the song in the key of G
Use mostly holes 4, 5, 6, and 7
Start with a soft, breathy tone
Use simple single-note melody lines
Add light bends on draw notes where needed
Keep the phrasing slow and expressive
Follow the vocal melody closely
Use tongue blocking or puckering as preferred
Hold longer notes at the ends of phrases
Add gentle vibrato on sustained notes
Practice the intro melody first
Break the song into short phrases
Repeat each phrase until smooth
Match the timing to the original recording
Play quietly during verses
Increase intensity slightly in the chorus
End phrases cleanly with controlled breath
Use a backing track in G for practice
Transpose if using a different harmonica key