Maroon 5 - Moves Like Jagger - Guitar Lesson

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Maroon 5 - Moves Like Jagger - Guitar Lesson

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Moves Like Jagger


"Moves Like Jagger" is a pop rock track by Maroon 5 featuring Christina Aguilera, released on June 21, 2011 as the final single from the re-release of their third studio album Hands All Over. Built on electropop and modern disco elements, the song is driven largely by synths and electronic drums rather than heavy guitar work, making it an interesting challenge for electric guitarists looking to recreate its clean, rhythmic parts and explore how guitar fits within a synth-forward arrangement.

  • The song was co-written by Adam Levine alongside Ammar Malik, Benny Blanco, and Shellback, who also handled production.
  • Its electropop and modern disco style means guitarists focus on clean tones and tight rhythmic playing rather than distorted leads.
  • "Moves Like Jagger" features Christina Aguilera as a guest vocalist, giving the track a distinctive pop crossover appeal.
Fender Stratocaster
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Fender Stratocaster

James Valentine's primary choice for Maroon 5's clean, articulate tone. The vintage single-coil pickups deliver the bright definition and percussive muting clarity essential to their funky rhythm style.

Fender Telecaster
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Fender Telecaster

Valentine uses this for its sharp, cutting single-coil tone on specific tracks. The Telecaster's natural brightness complements Maroon 5's pop-funk aesthetic without requiring additional EQ or effects processing.

Fender Twin Reverb
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Fender Twin Reverb

The studio foundation for Maroon 5's signature clean headroom and natural tube warmth. Its vintage spring reverb and headroom support their controlled, sculpted tone before post-production compression shapes the final sound.