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With our rock songs list, you'll learn some of the greatest and most influential songs of all time! You'll probably already know these songs by heart, and with these song lesson videos, you'll now be able to play them too! From artists like The Beatles to Pink Floyd and AC/DC, with these rock song lessons you'll be able to play classic guitar riffs from some of the most important musicians in modern music.

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Learn Pink Floyd Wish You Were Here chords as Dave will show you the iconic acoustic intro, the great lead work and the slide section using the electric guitar. Included in this guitar lesson are the Wish You Were Here tabs and lyrics. You'll also learn how to play this song using a single guitar. Pink Floyd's iconic song "Wish You Were Here" is more than just a melody with memorable chords; it's a poignant reflection on absence and the personal struggles within the band during the mid-1970s. When you strum the Wish You Were Here chords by Pink Floyd on your guitar, you're not just playing notes; you're evoking the spirit of a poignant era for the band. The song is central to the album also titled Wish You Were Here, which serves as a tribute to Syd Barrett, the original frontman and founding member of Pink Floyd. Barrett's deteriorating mental health had led to his departure from the band in 1968. The lyrics and emotional delivery of Wish You Were Here directly address the sense of loss and disconnection from Barrett, whose absence was deeply felt by his former bandmates. The chords for Pink Floyd's Wish You Were Here are particularly striking for their simplicity and effectiveness in conveying the song's nostalgic and introspective mood. Playing the Pink Floyd Wish You Were Here guitar chords can feel like stepping into a conversation with an old friend, discussing paths taken and those left behind. Learning the Pink Floyd Wish You Were Here chords allows guitarists to connect deeply with the song’s themes of distance and reflection. Each chord resonates, evoking the somber realization of change and the impact of Barrett's absence on the band. The acoustic intro, blending seamlessly into the iconic riff, is as haunting as it is beautiful, perfectly setting the tone for a song that is both a lament and a tribute.

Published: 05/02/2019 Upgrade

Mike will show you the 2 guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is a crunch guitar that plays rhythm guitar throughout the song. Guitar 2 is the lead guitar that digs into some scorching licks in the solo section.

Published: 03/14/2019 Upgrade

Mike will show you the 2 guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is a crunch guitar that plays rhythm guitar throughout the song. Guitar 2 is the lead guitar that digs into some killer licks.

Published: 03/14/2019 Upgrade

Mike will show you the 2 guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is a crunch guitar that plays rhythm guitar throughout the song. Guitar 2 is the lead guitar that digs into some blistering licks throughout. The arrangement features an iconic riff that becomes the verse. There's also a grooving chorus section, solo, and interlude that features a double time boogie riff. In the following lessons, we'll talk about open position power chords, syncopation, and some killer rock lead approaches. We are in the key of E minor, with a 4/4 time signature, at a tempo of 92 BPM. The Back in Black chords are as iconic as the song itself. The guitar chords for Back in Black are a masterclass in rock guitar riffs, delivering a punchy, unforgettable sound that has inspired air guitarists worldwide. If you’ve ever wanted to know how to play Back in Black on guitar, you’re not alone. This song is on the bucket list of nearly every rock enthusiast who picks up a guitar, thanks to its irresistible blend of simplicity and power. The genius of "Back in Black" lies in its straightforward yet potent riff, making the AC/DC chords for "Back in Black" a perfect starting point for guitarists looking to dive into the realm of hard rock. Alright, let’s rock into the electrifying world of AC/DC and the legendary anthem "Back in Black." This track isn’t just a song; This song is a monumental piece of rock history, wrapped in power chords and drenched in resilience. Released in 1980 as the title track of their album, "Back in Black" is a thunderous tribute to the band's former lead singer, Bon Scott, who had tragically passed away earlier that year. It marked a new era for the band, with Brian Johnson stepping in as the new frontman, and boy, did they come back with a bang!

Published: 07/18/2019 Upgrade

This rock classic features a swaggering groove and anthemic riffing. This is an acoustic Made Easy version of the song. Any guitar, acoustic or electric, is suitable to play this tune. This song uses open chords, strumming and muting techniques, and dynamics.

Published: 04/22/2022 Upgrade

Mike will show you this iconic rock tune in a made easy format with some simplified chords and straight ahead strumming.

Published: 12/06/2017 Upgrade

The Let it Be chords in this guitar lesson are fairly simple, which makes this Beatles song approachable for any intermediate guitar player. Anders will show you how to play the song's piano part on acoustic guitar and also show you how to play this song using just a single guitar. Once you're done with the lesson, sing and play along with the Let it Be lyrics located right below the video.

Published: 11/10/2013 Upgrade

There are 2 guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is an acoustic guitar that strums the chord progressions throughout. Guitar 2 is a clean electric guitar that adds some country influenced licks and fills all through the song. This song uses open chords, a steady strummed approach, and some textbook country influenced licks.

Published: 06/16/2022 Upgrade

There are 2 electric guitars in this song. Guitar 1 plays the rhythm riffs throughout, while Guitar 2 handles the iconic boogie rock lead solos. This song uses an eighth note shuffle feel, diads and power chords, hybrid picking, dynamics, pinch harmonics, and some killer blues-rock soloing approaches.

Published: 02/10/2023 Upgrade

This early 90s grunge classic that features one electric guitar playing rhythm riffs and a simple lead. The guitar uses a clean sound up to the solo, then switches to an overdriven tone for the rest of the tune. This song uses open chords and power chords, a solid strummed approach, and some simple pentatonic based leads.

Published: 01/26/2023 Upgrade

Mike will show you the 2 guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 is an acoustic guitar that lays the foundation of the tune with some steady, consistent strumming. Guitar 2 is an electric guitar that plays rhythm, fills, and leads throughout the arrangement.

Published: 03/16/2017 Upgrade

There are 2 electric guitars in this song. Guitar 1 holds down the rhythm with plenty of chord embellishments and fills, while Guitar 2 adds sparse fills and the main solo. This song uses open chords and barre chords, strummed rhythm approaches with embellishments and fills, and some textbook bluesy rock leads.

Published: 08/10/2023 Upgrade

Mike will show you all the parts to this classic rock ballad based on R&B and country ideas. There are steady acoustic strumming, dynamics and harmonics, as well as some country-influenced lead techniques using a combination of acoustic and electric guitars.

Published: 01/08/2015 Upgrade

Mike will show you the 2 guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is a crunch guitar that plays rhythm guitar throughout the song. Guitar 2 is the lead guitar that digs into some scorching licks throughout.

Published: 03/14/2019 Upgrade

Mike will show you the two guitar parts that make up this classic early rock tune based on R&B and the blues. There is an electric guitar that plays one of the most iconic rock riffs of all time, as well as some cool R&B influenced rhythm guitar. Guitar 2 is an acoustic guitar that plays a steady strumming groove throughout.

Published: 01/08/2015 Upgrade

Mike will show you the 2 guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is a crunch guitar that plays rhythm guitar throughout the song. Guitar 2 is the lead guitar that digs into some blistering licks throughout.

Published: 07/18/2019 Upgrade

Mike will show you this classic early rock tune based on R&B and the blues. This tutorial is beginner level using an acoustic guitar, but any guitar is suitable to learn the song this way. All the parts are adapted to simple open chords, and add an easy strumming pattern.

Published: 01/08/2015 Upgrade

Mike will show you the 3 crunch electric guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 uses a phase effect and digs into the main rhythms throughout the tune. Guitar 2 adds plenty of bluesy rock fills and a killer solo, while Guitar 3 adds additional rhythm guitar. This song uses power chord riffing, an 8th note triplet groove, and blues/rock soloing approaches.

Published: 01/13/2022 Upgrade

Dave will show you all the parts to this classic tune from the iconic opening riff, to the verse & chorus riffing to the climatic solo.

Published: 08/17/2015 Upgrade

Tom will show you all the licks and riffs to "Crossroads" as recorded live by Cream in 1967 for the Wheels of Fire album. This song is effectively a rocked out 12 bar blues full of timeless Clapton riffs and licks. The guitar alternates between rhythm playing, melodic playing and full on soloing. This is a great example of how one guitar and a rhythm section can create a full and rocking sound. Behold, the power trio!

Published: 09/04/2014 Upgrade

Caren will show you how to play a made easy version of this song that teaches you all the chords and parts to play along with the band on this iconic tune.

Published: 12/17/2015 Upgrade

In this set of lessons, Anders Mouridsen will teach you "Tush", by ZZ Top. After giving an overview of the song and talking about the gear and tones, Anders will dive right into the main intro riff and the verse. The we're on to the slide solo in two parts, followed by solo #2. The we'll look at how to play all the parts using one guitar, to help in playing this song live. We'll end with a play along, then you take over and jam by yourself with the backing track.

Published: 10/11/2012 Upgrade

Mike will show you all the rocking parts of this Stones classic. Both guitar layers: the rhythm guitar that combines plucking and picking to give the tune its distinctive sound and the lead guitar that adds another layer of drama with some bluesy-rock based licks.

Published: 11/05/2015 Upgrade

Anders will teach you all the fantastic rock guitar playing in this tune. First there's the call & response based main riff, then a rocking rhythm guitar part, then a slide solo followed by a standard blues-rock licks solo.

Published: 06/25/2015 Upgrade

Mike will show you 2 guitar layers. Guitar 1 is the main rhythm guitar layer that provides the iconic, tough, solid riffing throughout the song. Guitar 2 adds some high voicings and melodies that add sparkle and ornamentation to the riffs.

Published: 11/05/2015 Upgrade

In this ten lesson set, Anders Mouridsen will guide you through all the elements of the classic rock song "China Grove", as made famous by the Doobie Brothers. Anders will explain the tone and effects, and the truly classic main riff. He'll then take you through the pre-chorus, chorus, and bridge; followed by the solo and the chords underneath the solo. He'll finish off by teaching you the outro, and play it all through in a final performance.

Published: 08/15/2011 Upgrade

In this group of lessons we'll be learning the classic party hit "Takin' Care Of Business", by Bachman-Turner Overdrive. We'll look at the main riff which is such a classic guitar hook, the gear and tone, the rhythm guitar parts, the song form, the solos, the breakdowns, and the jam outro. Then we'll take of business and play it all through with our custom backing track.

Published: 06/06/2011 Upgrade

In this set of six song lessons, we'll examine the simple, catchy, fun "power pop punk" song "All The Small Things" as made famous by Blink-182. We'll take you through the power chords used throughout the song, the elements of the verses, the octaves used in the chorus, the bridge breakdown, and then rock it out with a play along!

Published: 01/01/2011 Upgrade

Welcome to a giant standard in the classic rock catalog. In this series, we'll explore how to take simple chords and scales and add a healthy dose of chops to learn Carry On Wayward Son. This tutorial will methodically break down all the major song riffs as well as the solos, the tempos and feels, the rhythmic elements, the tone and gear, and lots more. We hope you are warmed up!

Published: 10/15/2009 Upgrade

Mike will show your both guitar layers. Guitar 1 is the rhythm guitar tuned to open G that gives the song its distinctive country flavored sound. Guitar 2 is the lead guitar that adds some exciting solo blending major and minor pentatonic sounds, combining rock and country flavors into to the arrangement.

Published: 11/05/2015 Upgrade

Mike will show you all the guitar parts to this rock classic: the single note melodies and riffs, open chords, acoustic strumming patterns, and even adapt the iconic sitar lines for guitar.

Published: 06/15/2015 Upgrade

Mike will show you the two gritty clean electric guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is the rhythm guitar that plays some steady riffs and chords throughout. Guitar 2 combines complimentary rhythm parts with lead fills and a raging guitar solo.

Published: 01/18/2018 Upgrade

In this nine lesson tutorial, Tom Finch will guide you through the various parts of the classic rock hit, "Don't Fear the Reaper" as made famous by Blue Oyster Cult. We'll examine the gear and tone, the classic hook, the pre-chorus and chorus chords and structure, tasty fills in the chorus, the intriguing form in the song and solo, the final chorus, and a play along at the end. Get out your cowbell!

Published: 10/20/2010 Upgrade

Mike will show you the 2 guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is a crunch guitar that plays rhythm guitar throughout the song. Guitar 2 is the lead guitar that digs into some scorching licks in the solo section.

Published: 07/18/2019 Upgrade

In this tutorial Tom Finch will teach you to play "Oye Como Va", as made famous by Santana. We'll take a look at the signature lead lines and soloing, the classic ensemble rhythmic breaks, we'll learn the chords and comping styles, the rhythmic hooks, the chromatic descending line, and finally we'll play through the tune from top to bottom. Enjoy!

Published: 11/30/2009 Upgrade

Mike will show you the 2 guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 is a clean electric guitar through a Leslie Rotary speaker that plays rhythm guitar throughout. You'll need a capo placed at the 3rd fret for Guitar 1. Guitar 2 is a slightly overdriven electric that plays the singing leads in the tune.

Published: 04/06/2017 Upgrade

In this set of 10 videos, Anders Mouridsen will teach you "Susie Q", as performed by Creedence Clearwater Revival. Anders will give an overview and talk about the tones, then dive into the classic riff. You'll then learn the verses, and the rhythm guitar. The next 3 lessons are all solos, then you'll do a play along performance and then you're on your own in the jam along.

Published: 11/20/2012 Upgrade

There is just one electric guitar in this song arpeggiating and strumming the iconic progressions throughout. This song uses open chords, chord arpeggiation and strumming with a 12/8 feel, and dynamics.

Published: 10/26/2023 Upgrade

Mike will show you the 2 guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 plays rhythm riffs with a high gain tone. Guitar 2 handles the soloing and a recurring single note melody. The tune kicks right into a heavy mid-tempo groove that becomes the verse. The chorus opens up the dynamic level with blasting open and power chords. There's also a solo section filled with killer licks.

Published: 12/18/2018 Upgrade

There are 3 electric guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is a clean guitar that plays the iconic single note riff as well as some strummed barre chords. Guitar 2 is an overdriven electric guitar that ups the dynamic of the arrangement. Guitar 3 plays the simple but effective guitar solo. This song uses a whole step down dropped tuning, single note riffing, aggressive strumming approaches, power chords and suspended chords, and dynamics.

Published: 05/25/2023 Upgrade

There are 3 electric guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is the main rhythm guitar that plays simple riffs throughout the tune. Guitar 2 is the lead guitar that digs into plenty of bluesy solos, while Guitar 3 is a clean electric guitar that plays some single note lines and diad riffs throughout. This song uses barre chords and power chords, funky diad riffing and single note lines, and some textbook bluesy rock soloing.

Published: 11/02/2023 Upgrade

There are 2 electric guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is a clean on the edge of breakup guitar that strums the main progressions of the song. Guitar 2 is an overdriven electric guitar that replaces the flute solo from the original recording with a guitar solo. This song uses open chords, aggressive strumming approaches, and some basic lead guitar concepts.

Published: 07/13/2023 Upgrade

Mike will show you the 2 electric guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 has a gritty rock tone for playing the rhythm riffs throughout. Guitar 2 uses a beefier tone for the leads. The song opens with the iconic, bouncy single note main riff punctuated by powerful chord stabs. The prechorus ramps up the energy and dynamics with a rising chord progression that eventually crashes back down to the main riff. There's also a bridge that features some great licks, and an extended interlude section that features the main solo of the tune.

Published: 01/22/2018 Upgrade

There are 3 electric guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 is a clean guitar that plays the arpeggiated riffs and rhythms. Guitars 2 and 3 are the lead guitars that dig into searing licks and harmonies. This song uses open chords and barre chords, chord arpeggiation, and some aggressive rock soloing approaches.

Published: 09/29/2022 Upgrade

In this song tutorial, Anders Mouridsen will teach you the 1974 hit by the Eagles, "Already Gone". Anders will explain the gear and tone for the song, then dig into the song intro, verse, and chorus. He'll then teach you the lead fills that come in the second verse and chorus, followed by the solo after the second chorus. Then he takes a look at some rhythm guitar, more lead fills, and the leads in the outro jam. We'll take it out with a play-along performance.

Published: 05/12/2011 Upgrade

In these ten lessons, Anders Mouridsen will take you through the classic rock song "White Room", by Cream. Anders will talk about the gear and tone, then teach you the iconic intro and main riff. Then we're off into the rhythm guitar playing and chorus parts, followed by all the lead fills and main solo. We'll finish things off with a full performance of the song, and a jam along sans guitars.

Published: 12/20/2011 Upgrade

In this series of lessons we'll break down the parts of the 50s classic "Jailhouse Rock", as made famous by the inimitable Elvis Presley. The guitarist on the original recording is Scotty Moore, of the fathers of early rock 'n' roll. He tuned down for this song to accommodate Elvis' vocal range. You'll learn the form of the song, the feel of the rhythm, the solo, and play through the whole classic tune with a play along. Let's rock!

Published: 08/17/2010 Upgrade

In this series of lessons, Geoff Earley takes you through all the different parts for the gritty, rockin' song "Are You Gonna Be My Girl" by Jet. We'll break down the hook riff of the tune, the call and response format, the pre-chorus, the minimal chorus, the tone and vibe, some of the other licks used, and of course a play through at the end.

Published: 10/07/2010 Upgrade

Blind Melon's "No Rain" is an early 90's hit that has one of the most memorable guitar hooks in rock-n-roll. While the hook itself is an essential part of the song, there are also other guitar parts within the track that are equally as exciting to learn. In this tutorial, we will give you a step by step look at how to play the melodies, acoustic guitar parts, and guitar solos within this famous song.

Published: 07/28/2009 Upgrade

In this series of song lesson, Mike Olekshy will teach "No Particular Place To Go", by Chuck Berry. Mike will introduce the song and talk about gear and tone, then break down the Chuck in and verse groove. Rhythm lessons for the verse and solo are next, then the main solo followed by the outro solo. We'll do a full performance play along and a single guitar performance, and finish with a jam along.

Published: 06/12/2013 Upgrade