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Recommended songs for beginner bands: simple and crowd-pleasing tracks.

Your first live performance at a school festival or a live house… At the beginning, most bands probably perform as a cover band rather than playing original songs, right?

When that time comes, you’ll likely agonize over which songs to play—especially if your band is full of instrumental beginners, you’ll want to choose from simpler tracks.

You might want to hype the crowd by covering popular bands’ songs, but at the same time, you may find yourself hesitating, thinking, “This one seems tough…”

So in this article, we’ll introduce plenty of beginner-friendly songs that band newcomers can learn to play with practice!

Of course, carefully listening to and recreating the original is important, but boldly arranging songs to make them easier to play is also a great way to energize your live performance!

Alright, let’s dive into which songs we recommend!

Recommended songs for beginner bands: simple, crowd-pleasing tracks (111–120)

Revenge‎My Hair is Bad

My Hair is Bad is a three-piece rock band whose talent has been recognized since their high school days, when they supported numerous bands on tour.

“Vengeance,” which opens their major second album, Mothers, creates an addictive contrast between its hard-hitting lyrics and exhilarating rock sound.

Each instrument’s part is simple, but because the tempo is fast, I recommend that beginner band members practice slowly at first and gradually work up to the original speed.

And since the song is under three minutes, it’s easy to memorize and quickly play together as a band—definitely a number you’ll want to add to your repertoire.

Hoshino Takashi
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Recommended songs for beginner bands: simple and crowd-pleasing tracks (121–130)

LOVE YOU ONLYTOKIO

LOVE YOU ONLY – TOKIO (Full)
LOVE YOU ONLYTOKIO

If you want to bring out a fresh, early-days vibe for the band, how about this song? The lyrics also give a sense of freshness, and I don’t think the playing skill required is that high.

When all’s said and done, it’s often these simple songs that you can keep playing for a long time.

It’s a perfect song for discovering the joy of performing and the fun of sharing it with your bandmates.

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Easy★RiderOkuda Tamio

Tamio Okuda “Easy★Rider” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO
Easy★RiderOkuda Tamio

This is the sixth single by singer-songwriter Tamio Okuda, known as the vocalist of the five-piece rock band Unicorn, which resumed activities in 2009, as well as for his talents in solo work and as a producer.

The song was used as the theme for the variety show “Higashino & Okamura’s Travelin’,” and it’s a quintessential Okuda number, marked by a simple chord progression and a catchy riff.

While it features many memorable phrases, it’s composed of relatively easy parts, making it a great recommendation for beginner band members.

It’s a track you’ll want to play together as a band while keeping in mind the airy, floating ambience that envelops the entire piece.

Hoshino Takashi
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I touched an angel!Hōkago Tī Taimu

I Touched an Angel! (Movie “K-On!” Mix)
I touched an angel!Hōkago Tī Taimu

A song by the band Ho-kago Tea Time that appears in the hugely popular TV anime K-On!, which became a social phenomenon.

Even among K-On! tracks—many of which are high-level performance-wise—this one features a simple arrangement playable with standard techniques, making it approachable for beginner band members.

If you want to recreate the feel of the original, each member will need to practice their respective vocal parts, but since the playing itself isn’t difficult, it’s manageable.

It’s a famous song from a series with a large fanbase, so it’s a number you’ll want to perform as close to the original as possible.

Hoshino Takashi
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PromisestarBiSH

BiSH / Promise the Star [OFFICIAL VIDEO]
PromisestarBiSH

BiSH is an idol group known for the catchphrase “a punk band without instruments,” captivating fans with their aggressive songs and live performances.

Their major second single, Promise the Star, lifts your spirits with its driving ensemble and poppy melody.

Since the performance overall is a standard 8-beat, it should be approachable even for beginners with instruments.

However, because the arrangement prominently features piano and strings, it’s a rock tune where the keyboard’s effort will likely be the key.

Hoshino Takashi
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Melodic Stormsutoreitenaa

“Melodic Storm” is a perfect masterpiece for a band’s first live performance.

Straightener is a popular alternative rock band, and “Melodic Storm” is known as one of their signature songs.

Since it’s built on simple basic chords and an 8-beat, anyone can deliver a brilliant performance with enough practice.

Plus, it can be fully reproduced with a three-piece lineup, so even bands with fewer members have nothing to worry about.

In practice, focus on the bassline and the drum rhythm patterns, and learn the phrases slowly.

Its simple structure actually draws the audience in and is sure to make your live show even more exciting.

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In conclusion

We’ve introduced plenty of beginner-friendly band songs that are also guaranteed to get the crowd going. We picked tracks that beginners can learn to play with practice, as well as songs that feature basic playing techniques. You might not be able to play them perfectly right away, but everyone starts as a beginner. With enough practice, you’ll be able to deliver an amazing performance too! Practice a lot and bring the house down at your live shows!