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80's Pop Rock

If you were listening to the radio in the 1980s, you heard these riffs. Even if you never turned on a radio until 2007 you still heard these riffs. These classic tunes from the 80s feature some of the most recognizable guitar riffs in all of guitardom. Throw on those leather pants, tease that hair, get out your Members Only jacket, and play them riffs!

867-5309 (Jenny)

Tommy Tutone

Tommy Tutone's 867-5309 (Jenny) peaked at number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1982. The song was actually written by Alex Call and Jim Keller (Tommy Tutone's guitarist). FYI - Tommy Tutone is the name of the band, not of any one person. The band was led by vocalist Tommy Heath. Play the riff with a clean tone.

Jenny, Jenny (867-5309)

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Jessie's Girl

Rick Springfield

Rick Springfield's Jessie's Girl was #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1981. It was originally titled Gary's Girl, but for reasons known only to Mr. Springfield, he changed it to Jessie. It was released on his Working Class Dog album, which also featured a cover of Sammy Hagar's I've Done Everything For You. Play the riff with power chords and a clean tone.

Jessie's Girl

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