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[Challenge] Practice Songs for Beginner Electric Guitar Players

Have you ever listened to a rock band and thought, “I want to try playing guitar too!”? I bet many people have felt that way.

Still, it’s common to hesitate, thinking “Guitar seems difficult…,” or to buy a guitar but not know which song to start with.

We’ve all been there.

In this article, I’ll introduce plenty of songs that are perfect for electric guitar beginners to practice.

Of course, basic exercises are important, but it’s hard to keep going with just that.

So find a song you like from the ones introduced here, and aim to improve while having fun playing!

[Challenge] Practice Songs for Beginner Electric Guitarists (81–90)

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.

Spring is ephemeralMay Forth

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Spring is ephemeralMay Forth

May Forth is a three-piece rock band formed by college classmates that’s gaining attention mainly in Nagoya for their well-crafted, melodic songs.

Spring Is Ephemeral, included on their debut mini-album Atmosphere, features invigorating lyrics and an ensemble that really lifts your spirits.

While the arrangement has the driving feel typical of youth punk, the guitar parts focus on simple chord strumming, making it approachable for beginner guitarists.

It’s also a great pick to practice as a singing guitarist like in the original—a number that makes band activities even more fun.

In conclusion

I introduced lots of recommended practice songs for beginner electric guitar players.

If you get a guitar and keep doing only basic exercises, it isn’t very fun and it’s hard to stick with it.

Naturally, you think, “I just want to be able to play at least one song as soon as possible!” Find a song you want to play from the ones I introduced and give it a try.

The most important thing for staying motivated and improving is to have fun practicing the songs you love.

I can’t wait to see you rocking out on the guitar!