These classic rock guitar riffs have inspired generations upon generations of novice guitarists to start shredding.

As Greta Van Fleet’s guitarist, Jake Kiszka has to create all the electric guitar riffs that fuel the Michigan rockers’ classic rock–leaning tunes.

Are you a beginner guitarist who wants to impress your friends? These iconic riffs will do the trick and they're easy to learn.

Proof that the simplest riffs can also be the catchiest. This is a bass riff played on a guitar that turns into a razor-sharp, slide-heavy, semi-acoustic repeat of itself.

He ends the clip with a challenge for guitar players out there to deliver their favorite "Drop D" riffs as well, suggesting they leave their videos in the comments section.