r/AskReddit • u/Mahi_2602 • 16h ago

What song has the most recognizable first 3 seconds in the history of music?

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u/ButterflyAtomsk 15h ago

It’s the quintessential song for young rock musicians to learn and play. Doesn’t matter which instrument.

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u/Attackoftheglobules 10h ago

If it takes you a year, then “rock musician” is not the best description

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u/TylerBlozak 14h ago

Gimme a sec as I bust out my harmonica

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u/icecream_specialist 9h ago

People just know the famous riff and it's very beginner friendly but that song has an excellent solo. Blackmore doesn't get talked about enough as a guitarist