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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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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
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Tom Petty’s driving rock anthem about chasing freedom on the open road. Beginner difficulty in the key of E. Frequently…
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Running on Empty

Jackson Browne
Intermediate
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Jackson Browne’s classic road song about life on tour. Beginner difficulty in the key of D. Frequently Asked Questions What…
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Rich Girl

Hall & Oates
Advanced
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Hall & Oates’ 1977 hit about a spoiled heiress who relies on her father’s wealth. Beginner difficulty in the key…
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One of These Nights

Eagles
Advanced
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The Eagles’ classic 1975 hit about restless longing and desire. Intermediate difficulty in the key of E. [C#m]Come on, come…
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Open Arms

Journey
Advanced
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Journey’s classic power ballad about longing and reconciliation. Beginner difficulty in the key of C. Frequently Asked Questions What chords…
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Overkill

Men at Work
Advanced
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A classic 80s new wave song by Men at Work about nighttime anxiety. Beginner difficulty in the key of D.…
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Picture

Kid Rock & Sheryl Crow
Intermediate
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Kid Rock and Sheryl Crow’s duet about longing and regret from a distance. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.…
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Pink Houses

John Mellencamp
Advanced
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John Mellencamp’s heartland rock anthem about the American dream. Beginner difficulty in the key of G. Frequently Asked Questions What…
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Please Come Home for Christmas

Eagles
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The Eagles’ soulful holiday classic about longing for a loved one’s return. Beginner difficulty in the key of C. Frequently…

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