[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!
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[Challenge] Practice Songs for Beginner Electric Guitarists (11–20)
Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy
A song by the male singer-songwriter Vaundy, who has been drawing attention for his multifaceted artistry that goes beyond music production.
It’s included on his first album, “strobo,” and the opening—driven by a four-on-the-floor beat and guitar arpeggios—creates a sense of clarity and momentum.
As mentioned, since arpeggios and chord strumming are the main elements, it’s also recommended as a practice piece for beginner guitarists.
However, the chords are a bit challenging, so make sure to learn the shapes firmly before practicing with both your right and left hands together.
RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
How about a scorching guitar rock number? This is “Rewrite,” a signature song by the rock band ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION, which was used as the theme song for the anime Fullmetal Alchemist.
It’s great for beginners because it makes extensive use of power chords, a technique where you press the strings with just two fingers.
Since being able to play one full song is often the first step to improving, forget the fancy tricks for now and focus on mastering power chords!
The Story You Don’t Knowsupercell
As the theme song for the anime Bakemonogatari, this classic track enjoys enduring popularity in the anison scene.
Its catchy melody sticks in your head after just one listen, and it’s a breezy, upbeat rock tune.
It’s perfect for those who can already play songs using only power chords and want to try something with slightly more complex fingering.
That said, the foundation is still centered on power chords, with a few memorable phrases that use non–power chord shapes here and there, so if you’re getting comfortable with the guitar, you should be able to practice it without getting discouraged.
However, the tempo is fast, so the palm muting might be tough.
Try practicing by gradually increasing the tempo from a slower pace, and experiment to find an easy way to produce clean, beautiful tones!
EmotionsMAN WITH A MISSION
MAN WITH A MISSION produces mixture rock that incorporates a wide range of music, including metal, punk, and pop.
This track they released in 2013 is perfect for beginner guitar practice.
The intro’s structure—unfolding from retro synth tones into aggressive guitar playing—creates a cool impression.
From the bridge-muted technique in the pre-chorus to the passionate, rhythmic strumming in the chorus, you’ll enjoy the guitar work throughout.
Try practicing along with the song’s dynamic arrangement, from the interlude’s fast, open-string section to the warm-sounding arpeggios.
Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK
Among the Japanese rock scene, ONE OK ROCK’s signature song “Kanzen Kankaku Dreamer” is especially popular.
Some of you reading this might be thinking, “Isn’t that really hard?!”—but the guitar parts are actually simpler than you might expect.
With a riff that uses octave playing and an A verse featuring variations in left-hand chord forms, I think it’s a perfect song for beginner guitarists to take the next step.
Since the tempo is fast, I recommend practicing at a slower speed until you’re comfortable so your chord changes and right-hand strumming don’t fall behind.
Smoke on the WaterDeep Purple
Since this song is said to have the most famous intro in rock history, I’m sure you’ve heard it at least once.
It’s a famous phrase, but it’s very simple, so I think you’ll get excited when you try playing it.
[Challenge] Practice Songs for Beginner Electric Guitarists (21–30)
American IdiotGreen Day
If you want to cover Western music, this song is a sure bet.
It’s Green Day’s signature track “American Idiot,” from the world-famous rock band.
Released in 2004, it became a massive hit.
Its energetic punk sound pierces straight through your ears and your heart.
The memorable guitar riff that appears from the intro can be played using an octave technique with three fingers.
The fingering stays the same—you just shift positions! Practice so you can move smoothly.