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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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There She Goes

The La's
Intermediate
Try a D-DU-UDU strum pattern
The La’s jangly and enduring 1990 indie pop classic about infatuation. Beginner difficulty in the key of G. Frequently Asked…
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These Days

Bon Jovi
Intermediate
Try a D-DU-UDU strum pattern
Bon Jovi’s reflective rock ballad from their 1995 album. Beginner difficulty in the key of G. [G]I’m learning to [C]say…
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This Must Be the Place

Talking Heads
Advanced
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A beloved, quirky love song by Talking Heads. Intermediate difficulty in the key of E. [C]Hi-yeah, I got plenty of…
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Thunder Road

Bruce Springsteen
Advanced
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Bruce Springsteen’s epic anthem of escape and redemption, opening his landmark ‘Born to Run’ album. Intermediate difficulty in the key…
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Thunderstruck

AC/DC
Advanced
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AC/DC’s high-voltage rock anthem about being struck by a bolt of lightning. Intermediate difficulty in the key of B. Frequently…
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Ticket to Ride

The Beatles
Advanced
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The Beatles’ classic 1965 single about a departing lover, featuring a driving rhythm and iconic guitar riff. Beginner difficulty in…
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To Love Somebody

Bee Gees
Advanced
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The Bee Gees’ soulful ballad about unrequited love. Beginner difficulty in the key of A. Frequently Asked Questions What chords…
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Torn

Natalie Imbruglia
Advanced
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Natalie Imbruglia’s hit song about disillusionment and emotional wreckage. Beginner difficulty in the key of F. Frequently Asked Questions What…
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The Joker

Steve Miller Band
Beginner
Simple downstroke strumming works great
Steve Miller Band’s classic rock anthem about a smooth-talking character with many nicknames. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.…
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The Long and Winding Road

The Beatles
Advanced
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A classic ballad by The Beatles about a journey of love and longing. Intermediate difficulty in the key of Eb.…

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