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Rock Guitar Songs

Rock is where most guitarists cut their teeth — open chords, driving downstrokes and riffs you already half-know. Browse our hand-tagged collection of rock guitar songs, each rated by difficulty with chord diagrams and step-by-step guides, from one-chord grooves to stadium anthems. See our guide to the easiest rock songs on guitar →

Rock Guitar Songs – Chord Charts & Tabs

Explore our collection of 628 rock songs with complete chord charts, tabs, and diagrams for guitar, ukulele, piano, and more. Each song includes chord diagrams, strum patterns, and playing tips to help you learn quickly.

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She Loves You

The Beatles
Advanced
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The Beatles’ classic 1963 hit about a joyful reconciliation. Beginner difficulty in the key of G. Frequently Asked Questions What…
GuitarUkulelePiano
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Right Down the Line

Gerry Rafferty
Advanced
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Gerry Rafferty’s classic love song about unwavering devotion. Beginner difficulty in the key of A. Frequently Asked Questions What chords…
GuitarUkulelePiano
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Rocky Raccoon

The Beatles
Intermediate
Try a D-DU-UDU strum pattern
A quirky narrative folk song by The Beatles from the White Album. Beginner difficulty in the key of G. Frequently…
GuitarUkulelePiano
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Rooster

Alice in Chains
Intermediate
Try a D-DU-UDU strum pattern
Alice in Chains’ grunge classic about the Vietnam War experience, characterized by heavy riffs and haunting vocals. Intermediate difficulty in…
GuitarUkulelePiano
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Run Run Rudolph

Chuck Berry
Intermediate
Try a D-DU-UDU strum pattern
Chuck Berry’s rock and roll Christmas classic about Santa’s fastest reindeer. Beginner difficulty in the key of G. Frequently Asked…
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Runaway Train

Soul Asylum
Advanced
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Soul Asylum’s 1992 hit song about loss and searching. Beginner difficulty in the key of C. Frequently Asked Questions What…
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Runnin’ Down a Dream

Tom Petty
Intermediate
Try a D-DU-UDU strum pattern
Tom Petty’s driving rock anthem about chasing freedom on the open road. Beginner difficulty in the key of E. Frequently…
GuitarUkulelePiano
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Running on Empty

Jackson Browne
Intermediate
Try a D-DU-UDU strum pattern
Jackson Browne’s classic road song about life on tour. Beginner difficulty in the key of D. Frequently Asked Questions What…
GuitarUkulelePiano
Amtap to play
Ftap to play
Ctap to play
Gtap to play

Save Tonight

Eagle Eye Cherry
Advanced
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Eagle Eye Cherry’s 1997 hit about savoring a final night together before a departure. Beginner difficulty in the key of…
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Scarlet Begonias

Grateful Dead
Advanced
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A classic Grateful Dead song about a chance encounter with a free-spirited woman. Intermediate difficulty in the key of B.…

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