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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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Counting Stars

OneRepublic
Advanced
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OneRepublic’s massive pop hit loops four chords from start to finish. Great for acoustic guitar, ukulele, and piano. Frequently Asked…
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Free Fallin’

Tom Petty
Beginner
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Tom Petty’s classic uses just two chords throughout the entire song. The simplicity is the beauty — it is all…
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Have You Ever Seen the Rain

Creedence Clearwater Revival
Advanced
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A Creedence classic with an irresistible groove. Three open chords and a swinging rhythm create one of the most satisfying…
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Dust in the Wind

Kansas
Intermediate
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Kansas’s philosophical classic features one of the most famous fingerpicking patterns in rock history. The alternating thumb-finger technique creates a…
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Nothing Else Matters

Metallica
Advanced
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Metallica’s most emotional song proves that heavy metal bands can write the most beautiful ballads. The open string fingerpicking intro…
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Smoke on the Water

Deep Purple
Beginner
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The most famous guitar riff in history. Deep Purple’s rock anthem is usually the first thing every guitarist learns. Three…
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Imagine

John Lennon
Advanced
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John Lennon’s vision of peace is one of the most important songs ever written. On piano, the gentle arpeggiated pattern…
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Let It Be

The Beatles
Advanced
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Paul McCartney’s piano-driven anthem translates beautifully to guitar. The four-chord progression and hymn-like melody make it one of the most…
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Hey Jude

The Beatles
Intermediate
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One of The Beatles’ most iconic songs and a timeless singalong anthem. The simple verse structure builds to one of…
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Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door

Bob Dylan
Intermediate
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One of the most covered songs in music history, and a perfect first song for any guitarist. Four chords, a…

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