Easy Guitar Songs To Learn

It doesn't matter whether you want to just play guitar casually or become a session guitarist, you're going to want to play songs. Every guitarist has to start somewhere, and it usually starts with some easy to learn guitar songs. Some people who just think they're into it casually start learning more songs and as they do this they learn more difficult songs and wind up becoming pretty good guitarists. You always have to start out at the bottom but never put a lid on your potential, don't sell yourself short. Keep learning new songs and challenge yourself, the results you get will only be positive. Without further ado, here's a list of 5 easy guitar songs to learn.

This right here ladies and gentleman is a classic. It's probably one of Dylans most famous songs and it's covered by quite a few artists, Jimi Hendrix obviously being the first to come to mind. This is a really easy guitar song to learn because it consists of three chords, so it  won't take you long to learn it. Quite a few of Dylans songs are fairly easy, so if you like this one check out some more.

This is one of their slower jams but it's a personal favorite of mine. Out of all of their easy to learn guitar songs, this may be one of the easiest. It's got a nice slow tempo and an easy chord progression, although it does involve alternate tuning. So if you don't have a tuner you may want to pick one up, there only $20 and you probably should have one anyways if you don't.

Usually only 3 power chords are the basis for every Ramones song, but that doesn't mean that they aren't rad. The Ramones are a great group and helped pioneer a sound. This is one of their most famous songs and it's a blast to play, pretty much all their songs are really. They're a little more high tempo but don't worry. The chord progressions are simple and it will help work on your speed.

When you're sitting on the beach chillin with your friends you can break out this little diddy. Jack Johnson will be remembered for being able to write catchy songs. This one in particular does a great job of blending vocals and guitar. By singing and playing you get to train your ear a little more. Jack Johnson has quite a few catchy songs, so if you have fun learning this one try and learn a few more.

I couldn't do a list of songs without including a Beatles one. This is a beautiful song written by George Harrison and it's so fun to play. It has both strumming and picking so it's a bit of a challenge but still in the easy category. It requires some patience but it's worth it. Being able to pick and strum and switch between the two seamlessly will help your playing and open up tons more songs for you.