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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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Everlong

Foo Fighters
Advanced
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Dave Grohl’s love letter to music and one of the greatest rock songs of the 90s. The acoustic version is…
GuitarUkulelePiano
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Mr. Brightside

The Killers
Advanced
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One of the greatest indie rock anthems ever. Simple chords with explosive energy. Frequently Asked Questions What chords do you…
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Viva la Vida

Coldplay
Intermediate
Try a D-DU-UDU strum pattern
Coldplay’s anthemic hit about a fallen king. Four chords that repeat throughout with massive orchestral energy. Frequently Asked Questions What…
GuitarUkulelePiano
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Boulevard of Broken Dreams

Green Day
Intermediate
Try a D-DU-UDU strum pattern
Green Day’s Grammy-winning anthem of isolation. Simple power chord progression with iconic dynamics. Frequently Asked Questions What chords do you…
GuitarUkulelePiano
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Here Comes the Sun

The Beatles
Intermediate
Try a D-DU-UDU strum pattern
George Harrison’s masterpiece from Abbey Road. Use a capo on the 7th fret to match the original recording. Frequently Asked…
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Bohemian Rhapsody

Queen
Advanced
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One of the greatest rock songs ever written. A complex multi-part epic that challenges even experienced guitarists. Frequently Asked Questions…
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Linger

The Cranberries
Intermediate
Try a D-DU-UDU strum pattern
The Cranberries’ dreamy debut hit with a simple four-chord progression and Dolores O’Riordan’s unforgettable vocals. Frequently Asked Questions What chords…
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Simple Man

Lynyrd Skynyrd
Beginner
Simple downstroke strumming works great
A timeless southern rock ballad with just three chords. One of the easiest classic rock songs to learn. Frequently Asked…
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Yellow

Coldplay
Intermediate
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Coldplay’s breakthrough hit with a shimmering guitar tone and four simple chords. [G]Your skin, oh yeah, your skin and bones…
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Iris

Goo Goo Dolls
Advanced
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One of the most iconic alternative rock ballads of the 90s. The original uses an unusual open tuning, but standard…

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