{"id":8767,"date":"2024-01-23T19:30:35","date_gmt":"2024-01-23T19:30:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bandmag.com\/?p=8767"},"modified":"2024-01-23T19:30:44","modified_gmt":"2024-01-23T19:30:44","slug":"best-beginner-songs-for-electric-guitar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bandmag.com\/songs\/best-beginner-songs-for-electric-guitar\/","title":{"rendered":"21 Best Beginner Songs for Electric Guitar"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Are you a beginner looking to learn how to play electric guitar? One of the best ways to get started is by practicing with popular songs that are easy to play. Not only will you learn the basics of guitar playing, but you will also have fun while doing it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we’ve compiled a list of the <strong>21 best beginner songs for electric guitar<\/strong>. From classic rock to pop hits, there’s something for everyone. Let’s get started!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"list-of-the-best-beginner-songs-for-electric-guitar\">List of the Best Beginner Songs for Electric Guitar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-smoke-on-the-water-by-deep-purple\"><strong>1. “Smoke on the Water” by Deep Purple<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Deep Purple - Smoke On The Water\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eu5lv2Umn3M?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>“Smoke on the Water” is a classic rock song that is instantly recognizable. The main riff is made up of four notes and is one of the most iconic guitar riffs of all time. It’s a great song for beginners to practice their power chords and string bending.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-sweet-child-o-mine-by-guns-n-roses\"><strong>2. “Sweet Child O’ Mine” by Guns N’ Roses<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Guns N&#039; Roses - Sweet Child O&#039; Mine (Official Music Video)\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1w7OgIMMRc4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>“Sweet Child O’ Mine” is a timeless rock ballad that features a memorable guitar riff and solo. It’s a great song for beginners to practice their fingerpicking and vibrato techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-wonderwall-by-oasis\"><strong>3. “Wonderwall” by Oasis<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Oasis - Wonderwall  (Official Video)\" width=\"840\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6hzrDeceEKc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>“Wonderwall” is a popular acoustic song that is perfect for beginners. It features simple chord progressions and strumming patterns that are easy to learn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-good-riddance-time-of-your-life-by-green-day\"><strong>4. “Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)” by Green Day<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Green Day - Good Riddance (Time of Your Life) [Official Music Video] [4K UPGRADE]\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CnQ8N1KacJc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>“Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)” is a classic acoustic song that features simple chord progressions and a memorable melody. It’s a great song for beginners to practice their fingerpicking and strumming techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-stairway-to-heaven-by-led-zeppelin\"><strong>5. “Stairway to Heaven” by Led Zeppelin<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Stairway to Heaven Live\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xbhCPt6PZIU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>“Stairway to Heaven” is a rock classic that features a beautiful acoustic intro and an epic electric guitar solo. It’s a challenging song for beginners, but it’s a great song to work towards as you improve your skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-tears-in-heaven-by-eric-clapton\"><strong>6. “Tears in Heaven” by Eric Clapton<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Eric Clapton - Tears In Heaven (Official Video)\" width=\"840\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/JxPj3GAYYZ0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>“Tears in Heaven” is a beautiful acoustic ballad that is perfect for beginners. It features simple chord progressions and fingerpicking patterns that are easy to learn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-knockin-on-heaven-s-door-by-bob-dylan\"><strong>7. “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door” by Bob Dylan<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Bob Dylan - Knockin&#039; On Heaven&#039;s Door (Official Audio)\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/rm9coqlk8fY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>“Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door” is a classic rock song that is perfect for beginners. It features simple chord progressions and strumming patterns that are easy to learn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-landslide-by-fleetwood-mac\"><strong>8. “Landslide” by Fleetwood Mac<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Fleetwood Mac - Landslide (Official Music Video) [HD]\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/WM7-PYtXtJM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>“Landslide” is a classic rock ballad that is perfect for beginners. It features simple chord progressions and fingerpicking patterns that are easy to learn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-horse-with-no-name-by-america\"><strong>9. “Horse with No Name” by America<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"America - A Horse With No Name (Official Audio)\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/na47wMFfQCo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>“Horse with No Name” is a classic acoustic song that features simple chord progressions and strumming patterns. It’s a great song for beginners to practice their rhythm and timing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-wish-you-were-here-by-pink-floyd\"><strong>11. “Wish You Were Here” by Pink Floyd<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Pink Floyd - Wish You Were Here\" width=\"840\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IXdNnw99-Ic?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>“Wish You Were Here” is a classic rock ballad that features a beautiful acoustic intro and a memorable guitar solo. It’s a great song for beginners to practice their fingerpicking and strumming techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-come-as-you-are-by-nirvana\"><strong>12. “Come as You Are” by Nirvana<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Nirvana - Come As You Are (Official Music Video)\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vabnZ9-ex7o?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>“Come as You Are” is a grunge classic that features a simple but memorable guitar riff. It’s a great song for beginners to practice their power chords and palm muting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-tnt-by-ac-dc\"><strong>13. “TNT” by AC\/DC<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"AC\/DC - T.N.T.\" width=\"840\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CiJeSSzu9Bo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>“TNT” is a classic rock song that features a simple but catchy guitar riff. It’s a great song for beginners to practice their power chords and string bending.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-brown-eyed-girl-by-van-morrison\"><strong>14. “Brown Eyed Girl” by Van Morrison<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Van Morrison - Brown Eyed Girl (Official Audio)\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UfmkgQRmmeE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>“Brown Eyed Girl” is a classic rock song that features simple chord progressions and strumming patterns. It’s a great song for beginners to practice their rhythm and timing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-wonderful-tonight-by-eric-clapton\"><strong>15. “Wonderful Tonight” by Eric Clapton<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Eric Clapton - Wonderful Tonight [Official Live]\" width=\"840\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UprwkbzUX6g?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>“Wonderful Tonight” is a beautiful ballad that features simple chord progressions and fingerpicking patterns. It’s a great song for beginners to practice their fingerpicking and strumming techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"16-more-than-words-by-extreme\"><strong>16. “More Than Words” by Extreme<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Extreme - More Than Words (Official Music Video)\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UrIiLvg58SY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>“More Than Words” is a popular acoustic song that features simple chord progressions and fingerpicking patterns. It’s a great song for beginners to practice their fingerpicking and strumming techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"17-johnny-b-goode-by-chuck-berry\"><strong>17. “Johnny B. Goode” by Chuck Berry<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Johnny B. Goode\" width=\"840\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Uf4rxCB4lys?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>“Johnny B. Goode” is a classic rock and roll song that features a memorable guitar riff and solo. It’s a great song for beginners to practice their bending and vibrato techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"18-sunshine-of-your-love-by-cream\"><strong>18. “Sunshine of Your Love” by Cream<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Sunshine Of Your Love\" width=\"840\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/f3y8jf01UY8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>“Sunshine of Your Love” is a classic rock song that features a memorable guitar riff and solo. It’s a great song for beginners to practice their power chords and string bending.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"19-enter-sandman-by-metallica\"><strong>19. “Enter Sandman” by Metallica<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Metallica: Enter Sandman (Official Music Video)\" width=\"840\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CD-E-LDc384?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>“Enter Sandman” is a classic heavy metal song that features a memorable guitar riff and solo. It’s a great song for beginners to practice their power chords and palm muting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"20-seven-nation-army-by-the-white-stripes\"><strong>20. “Seven Nation Army” by The White Stripes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"The White Stripes - Seven Nation Army (Official Music Video)\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0J2QdDbelmY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>“Seven Nation Army” is a modern rock classic that features a simple but memorable guitar riff. It’s a great song for beginners to practice their power chords and string bending.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"21-highway-to-hell-by-ac-dc\"><strong>21. “Highway to Hell” by AC\/DC<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"AC\/DC - Highway to Hell (Official Video)\" width=\"840\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/l482T0yNkeo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>“Highway to Hell” is a classic rock song that features a simple but catchy guitar riff. It’s a great song for beginners to practice their power chords and palm muting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That’s all! You can also check out <a href=\"https:\/\/bandmag.com\/songs\/best-songs-of-luke-bryan\/\">15 Best Songs of Luke Bryan<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you a beginner looking to learn how to play electric guitar? One of the best ways to get started is by practicing with popular songs that are easy to play. 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