Practice Pieces for Rock Beginners
Here are classic and popular rock songs recommended by our studio staff that are easy for beginners who’ve just started a band to take on.
Since they’re all standard tracks that cover the basics, they’re perfect for your very first song.
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Practice Pieces for Rock Beginners (21–30)
peace signYonezu Kenshi
This song is famous as the theme song for the anime My Hero Academia.
The crisp guitar sound feels great.
It’s built on a simple chord progression, so you can play it with just an acoustic guitar.
If you perform it live, definitely try getting the audience to clap along.
Deadman’s Galaxy DaysTHEE MICHELLE GUN ELEPHANT
When it comes to Japanese garage rock, it has to be THEE MICHELLE GUN ELEPHANT.
Many people have been captivated by their husky vocals and rock ’n’ roll sound.
Their classic, straight-ahead guitar tones also make their songs a perfect fit for beginners to practice.
Good night, crybaby; farewell, songstress.CreepHyp
This song opens with an impressive intro featuring strummed guitars.
It was released as CreepHyp’s major-label debut single.
The bass, which makes its presence known with striking lines here and there, is incredibly cool.
Another reason to recommend it is that the song’s structure isn’t complicated.
Sabrinaieiri reo
It was Leo Ieiri’s debut single and was also used as the ending theme for the Fuji TV anime Toriko.
Although it has a rock, chic vibe that might seem difficult, it’s actually famous as a beginner practice piece.
The tempo is relatively slow, making it perfect for beginners to practice.
asking for the moonKANA-BOON
Naimononedari, one of KANA-BOON’s signature songs, is popular as a danceable rock ’n’ roll track.
Its bouncy rhythm is driven by a bass line that features rests.
There aren’t any particularly difficult finger movements, so it’s a song that even beginners can easily try.
Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO
The song was featured in a mobile phone company’s commercial and quickly became popular.
It’s included on the 2017 album “SHISHAMO 4.” Its positive message grabs people’s hearts, and it’s great for practicing guitar chord changes.
Charonnegoto
This song was released in 2011 as Negoto’s debut single.
Its emotional chorus is truly moving.
The band has a rare setup with a keyboardist as the lead vocalist, making it a perfect pick for anyone who wants to sing and play keyboard at the same time.