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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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Brown Eyed Girl

Van Morrison
Intermediate
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Van Morrison’s timeless classic is pure joy in song form. The bouncing rhythm and singable melody make it one of…
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Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)

Green Day
Beginner
Simple downstroke strumming works great
Green Day’s acoustic departure became one of the defining songs of a generation. Played at graduations and farewells worldwide, it…
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Horse with No Name

America
Beginner
Simple downstroke strumming works great
America’s desert rock classic uses just two chords for the entire song. The hypnotic repetition and simple strumming create a…
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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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Sweet Home Alabama

Lynyrd Skynyrd
Beginner
Simple downstroke strumming works great
A Southern rock anthem with one of the most recognizable riffs in guitar history. Just three chords in a repeating…
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Wish You Were Here

Pink Floyd
Advanced
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Pink Floyd’s emotional masterpiece is a rite of passage for acoustic guitarists. The fingerpicked intro is iconic, and the song…

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