Level up over summer break! Practice songs recommended for guitarists
We’ve researched guitar practice songs by blending a variety of genres—from globally famous hit tracks to Japanese rock and pop.
You might have a hard time choosing since every song is popular.
In that case, it might be best to pick something you’re already familiar with! While we focused on selections for beginners to intermediate players, some challenging songs are included as well.
If you carefully work your way through the songs listed in this article from top to bottom, your guitar skills are sure to improve!
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Level Up This Summer! Recommended Practice Songs for Guitarists (51–60)
Claw Claw ClawMakishimamu Za Horumon
If you want to take on a heavy song, how about “Zetsubou Billy” by Maximum the Hormone? Among rock tracks, this one leans heavily toward metal and is perfect for training fast phrases! The intro in particular features a very speedy riff with 16th-note cutting, so it might be tough at first.
Start slow and gradually increase the tempo, focusing on playing accurately—you may be surprised how quickly you can master it! For the irregular rhythmic phrases in the middle, stay calm and focus on tackling each phrase one by one.
starfishELLEGARDEN
This is Starfish by ELLEGARDEN.
Once you get past the intro, I think the rest will be smooth to learn.
If you try to figure out the intro by ear, it’ll probably take quite a bit of time! But once you can play it through, the sense of accomplishment is huge, so it’s definitely a song I want you to try.
Crystal StarKANA-BOON
Among KANA-BOON’s songs, this one is relatively minor.
It’s recommended for those who want to practice arpeggios.
The chords are posted on a site called U-Fret, so I think it’s efficient to practice while looking at them.
It’s also suitable for practice using a capo.
It’s about an intermediate-level practice piece, but be careful—there’s a sweep section in the middle.
Are You Gonna Go My WayLenny Kravitz
Singer-songwriter Lenny Kravitz has earned broad support from listeners thanks to his style that isn’t confined to any specific genre and his multi-instrumentalist prowess.
The song “Are You Gonna Go My Way,” which is the title track of his third album, is also well known in Japan from commercials and the like.
The guitar riff that defines the track can fall apart if you don’t pay attention to the pitch and speed of your bends, so practice it thoroughly.
It’s also a great go-to when someone says, “Play something,” making it a number intermediate guitarists should definitely master.
Level up over summer break! Recommended practice pieces for guitarists (61–70)
You don’t listen to rock.aimyon
A female singer-songwriter, Aimyon, whose nostalgic vocals and melodies have made her especially popular among younger listeners, with her third major-label single.
Featuring lyrics that vividly evoke scenes and emotions with a sweet-and-sour touch, this is the track that helped make her name widely known.
While the main accompaniment is straightforward strumming with simple chords, chords like D/F# and D# diminished also appear, so it’s important to practice clean chord changes.
The tempo is relaxed, making it easier to approach the original feel, and with earnest practice you should be able to master it over the summer vacation.
the red threadKobukuro
From Kobukuro, it’s “Akai Ito” (Red Thread).
You can play it on acoustic or electric guitar.
If you felt like copying it the moment you heard it—yes, you!—there are sites online where you can view the chord sheets, so definitely give it a try.
For this song, playing with a sad feeling will likely help you perform it well.
Blueberry Nightsmakaroni enpitsu
A song by Macaroni Enpitsu, a four-piece rock band formed by music university graduates, which was used as the ending theme for the information program “Baguette.” Featured on their 4th mini album “LiKE,” the rapidly unfolding ensemble creates a tension characteristic of Macaroni Enpitsu.
In the chorus strumming, most of the chords are simple, but a diminished chord appears, so be careful not to lag during the chord changes.
The phrases heard in the intro and obbligato aren’t difficult either, but they define the arrangement’s vibe, so play with a strong sense of groove.