Back in Black was released by AC/DC in 1980 as the title track of their seventh studio album, the band's first record with singer Brian Johnson. Its opening guitar riff became one of the most recognisable intros in hard rock and a staple of films, adverts and sports broadcasts. Online, the short riff spread through edits, memes and highlight videos, where its instant familiarity gives even a brief clip a sense of power and swagger. That staying power keeps it popular for entrances, reveals and comebacks decades after its release.
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The iconic opening guitar riff from AC/DC's Back in Black. Creators use this short sound effect for dramatic entrances, reveals and confident video moments.
This seven-second clip captures the instantly recognisable opening guitar riff from AC/DC's Back in Black, played with a sharp, driving attack that cuts straight through a video. The riff is tight and punchy, with a confident rock swagger that immediately signals something cool, powerful or about to happen. It works because listeners know it in less than a second, so it creates instant energy and attitude without needing any words or explanation. Used at the start of a scene, it frames the next moment as bold and deliberate, turning an ordinary entrance into a statement.
