Guess the Rock Song

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      A rock music quiz where one guitar note can give it away. Hear 0.1 seconds of a rock song and name it, from classic rock to metal and alternative.

      How to play

      1. 1

        Press play

        Hear 0.1 seconds of a real song preview.

      2. 2

        Guess or skip

        Type the title, or skip for 0.5s, 2s, 8s and 15s.

      3. 3

        Score and share

        Faster answers score more. Share your ticket.

      Classic to Modern

      Expect Queen, The Beatles, Nirvana, Metallica, Linkin Park, Bon Jovi, Coldplay and more.

      Riffs Are Everything

      Great rock songs have instantly famous riffs. Even a fraction of a second can be enough.

      Metal and Alternative

      Heavy and alternative tracks share the pool with stadium anthems.

      Air Guitar Optional

      Play loud, play with friends, and see who calls the riff first.

      Harder Rounds

      Pick Expert to hear deep album tracks instead of radio staples.

      Keep Going

      Try the 90s music quiz for a grunge-heavy round.

      Scoring

      Call the riff at 0.1 seconds for 1200 points. Later stages pay 975, 750, 525 and 300.

      Drums and Distortion

      A snare hit, a feedback squeal or a power chord can all be enough to name a rock song.

      Ballads Count Too

      Rock ballads and piano anthems are part of the pool, not only loud riffs.

      Stadium Anthems

      Big singalong choruses built for stadiums are perfect for party rounds.

      Grunge and Nu-Metal

      Heavier 90s and early 2000s styles share rounds with classic rock, so expect some loud surprises.

      Songs you might hear

      • Album cover for Back In Black by AC/DCBack In BlackAC/DC · 1980
      • Album cover for Believer by Imagine DragonsBelieverImagine Dragons · 2017
      • Album cover for Bohemian Rhapsody by QueenBohemian RhapsodyQueen · 1975
      • Album cover for Enter Sandman by MetallicaEnter SandmanMetallica · 1991
      • Album cover for Hey Jude by The BeatlesHey JudeThe Beatles · 1968
      • Album cover for In the End by LINKIN PARKIn the EndLINKIN PARK · 2000
      • Album cover for Smells Like Teen Spirit by NirvanaSmells Like Teen SpiritNirvana · 1991
      • Album cover for Stairway to Heaven by Led ZeppelinStairway to HeavenLed Zeppelin · 1971
      • Album cover for Sweet Child O' Mine by Guns N' RosesSweet Child O' MineGuns N' Roses · 1987
      • Album cover for Yellow by ColdplayYellowColdplay · 2000
      • Album cover for Come As You Are by NirvanaCome As You AreNirvana · 1991
      • Album cover for Highway to Hell by AC/DCHighway to HellAC/DC · 1979

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      FAQ

      Which bands are included?

      Many classic and modern rock bands, including Queen, Nirvana and Metallica.

      Is metal included?

      Yes. Metal and hard rock count as rock here.

      How many rock songs are there?

      The counter on this page shows the current number.

      Is the rock quiz free?

      Yes. Every rock round is free, from the first riff to the final 15 second clip.

      Can I play one band only?

      Yes. The artists page lists bands like Queen, Metallica and Nirvana.

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      How to play

      1. Press play to hear the first 0.1 seconds of a real song preview.
      2. Type the title. Pick a suggestion with the arrow keys and Enter, or tap it, then press Guess.
      3. A wrong guess or a skip unlocks a longer clip: 0.5s, 2s, 8s, then 15s. On the last stage the button says Give up.
      4. Faster answers keep more points: 1200, 975, 750, 525 or 300.
      5. Share your ticket to challenge a friend with the same song.

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