11 Easiest Classic Rock Songs to Play on Guitar

The term “classic rock” is more complicated than you would think. See, people tend to disagree on which songs, albums, and bands should be considered classic rock. For example, even if an artist isn’t considered to be “classic rock” material, one of their songs could be. Same goes with albums. The term “classic rock” originated in the ’80s where it was a radio format that featured hard rock songs from the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Nowadays, you can hear some songs from the ’90s (especially grunge) on the classic rock radio stations.  I’m just waiting for Green Day to be crammed in there. It is safe to say, that nobody exactly knows the definitive conditions required for a song to be considered classic rock. Insidermonkey experts made a list of 11 easiest classic rock songs to play on guitar.

Like everyone else who is passionate about rock music, I also have my own understanding of classic rock. For me, those are rock songs and albums from the late 60’s, the ’70s and early ’80s that amaze you every time you hear them. And not just you, but millions of people worldwide. You shouldn’t consider a song to be classic rock only because you like it personally. Popularity is crucial here. Here is an example. You are in a bar, and a rock song comes on the radio. If people are raising their glasses, cheering and singing along, then that right there is a classic rock song. You may also want to check out our list of 6 easiest AC/DC songs to play on guitar.