"Ok, play me something..."
Is likely what you'll be asked when you mention you play guitar.
What this means is, play me something I know.
Below is a list of easy to learn songs to get you started:
Beginner
The Animals - House of the Rising Sun
"House of the Rising Sun" is a traditional folk song, sometimes called "Rising Sun Blues". It tells of a life gone wrong in New Orleans.
The Beatles - Love Me Do
"Love Me Do" is the debut single by the English rock band the Beatles. The single was originally released in the United Kingdom on 5 October 1962
Nirvana - Smells Like Teen Spirit
"Smells Like Teen Spirit" is a song by American rock band Nirvana. It is the opening track and lead single from the band's second album, Nevermind (1991).
The Smiths - There Is A Light That Never Goes Out
"There Is a Light That Never Goes Out" is a song by the English rock band the Smiths, written by guitarist Johnny Marr and singer Morrissey.
Oasis - Don't Look Back In Anger
"Don't Look Back in Anger" is a song by the English rock band Oasis, written by the band's guitarist and main songwriter Noel Gallagher.
Intermediate
Jeff Buckley - Hallelujah
"Hallelujah" is a song written by Canadian singer Leonard Cohen, originally released on his album Various Positions (1984).
Blur - Coffee & TV
"Coffee & TV" is a song by British rock band Blur, featured on their sixth studio album, 13 (1999).
Radiohead - Karma Police
"Karma Police" is a song by the English alternative rock band Radiohead, released as the second single from their third studio album OK Computer (1997).