The depth of guitar sound. A collection of songs with cool guitar.
The guitar as an instrument originated in Spain around the 16th century.
Since then, and all the way up to the present day, countless masterpieces for guitar have continued to be created around the world.
Today, it may be strongly associated with “rock band instruments,” but there are also many works classified as classical music.
I hope this article conveys, even a little, the guitar’s diversity, its charm, and the wonderful music that springs from it!
It’s also recommended for hobbyist guitarists who are looking for new pieces to tackle.
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The Depth of Guitar Sounds: A Collection of Cool Guitar Tracks (71–80)
Over DriveJUDY AND MARY
This is the seventh single by the four-piece rock band JUDY AND MARY—affectionately known as Judy Mari—whom many fans still hope will reunite even after their breakup in 2001.
With a poppy, catchy melody that screams “this is Judy Mari,” it’s easy to see why the song continues to be loved across generations.
From the intro that starts with a complex, beat-driven riff intertwining a crunchy electric guitar and an acoustic guitar, to the hysteric phrases that fill the gaps in the vocal melody as obligato lines, this track really shows how the guitar stands alongside the vocals as a star attraction of the band.
Kujira No. 12JUDY AND MARY
Kujira 12-gō is the 11th single by JUDY AND MARY, released in February 1997.
It was featured as the commercial song for Honda’s Live Dio.
The razor-sharp guitar riff in the first verse is especially a must-hear, and it’s an upbeat tune that makes you want to jump along with the rhythm.
Purple RainPrince
A masterpiece by Prince, the musician who captivated the world not only with his beautiful voice but also with his eccentric visuals, defining an era.
It’s a song that moves you as he sings with deep emotion.
The pairing of a beautiful ballad with a heavily distorted guitar tone paradoxically heightens its beauty.
The extended guitar solo is also captivating, and the sight of Prince playing guitar is nothing short of divine.
Foxey Lady (Miami Pop 1968)The Jimi Hendrix Experience
There are probably people who picked up a left-handed guitar because they admired him.
This song is by The Jimi Hendrix Experience, the band formed around Jimi Hendrix, admired by guitarists all over the world.
It was included on the 1967 album Are You Experienced.
Watching the footage, beyond the sheer technique, it really makes you feel like the guitar is something you play with your face.
rainPetorōruzu
I can’t help but be captivated by the guitar phrase with its rough-around-the-edges vibe.
It’s a signature track by Petrolz, the band led by Ryosuke Nagaoka—also known as Ukigumo from Tokyo Jihen—featured on their 2015 debut album, Renaissance.
It makes you think, “So this is what a good guitar tone really is.” The sound is irresistibly sultry despite having no sense of forcefulness.
The emotional punch of the guitar solo is top-notch, too.
The more you listen closely, the more depth and flavor it reveals.
HelixSakiyama Soshi
I think this is a rare work where the tone of an acoustic guitar comes across as an alternative rock sound.
It’s a song by singer-songwriter Soshi Sakiyama, who gained attention after appearing on a TV program, included on his second album “Face To Time Case,” released in 2022.
The strummed guitar, the solid, punchy drum work, and Sakiyama’s distinctive melodies and lyrics all hit directly.
I feel like there’s a new kind of “cool” for rock—indeed, for music—right here.
Beautiful triangle, a human in the morning sunJYOCHO
JYOCHO’s “A Perfect Triangle, Morning Sun Human” delivers such a shockingly intense sound that even the most discerning listeners will be stunned.
Layering a flute over this sound—well, that alone is startling—but the guitar is every bit as impressive.
Fierce rhythms, soaring vocals, and the ensemble power of the whole band.
It’s a brain-exploding track.