Like I said, I spent way to much time on theory. I can play all kinds of things on my guitar, progressions, three chord stuff, and the like, but only about 10 or so full songs at a performance level. ( songs with full intro, middle riff, turnarounds and proper endings from memory )
I started at nothing, zip. No musical knowledge or ability whatsoever. Heck the first three months were all about basics, and learning one single song ( Clapton's Wonderful tonight ) and nothing else.
I've hooked up with an instructor now and am looking forward to learning all kinds of songs!