Maroon 5 - Animals - Guitar Cover

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Maroon 5 - Animals - Guitar Cover

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Maroon 5 Pop Rock 2014 C minor
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Animals


"Animals" is a pop rock track by Maroon 5, released in 2014 as the second single from their fifth studio album V. Written by Adam Levine alongside producers Benny Blanco and Shellback, the song blends polished pop production with driving guitar riffs that anchor its rhythm. For electric guitarists, it offers a solid study in clean, groove-based playing within a contemporary pop rock arrangement.

  • The song was co-written by Adam Levine with hit-making producers Benny Blanco and Shellback, known for their polished pop rock sound.
  • "Animals" appeared on V, Maroon 5's fifth studio album, released in 2014 — a record leaning heavily into electronic-influenced pop rock.
  • The guitar work in "Animals" focuses on rhythmic riffing, making it a practical track for guitarists developing groove and timing in a band context.
Fender Stratocaster
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Fender Stratocaster

James Valentine's primary choice for Maroon 5's clean, articulate tone. The vintage single-coil pickups deliver the bright definition and percussive muting clarity essential to their funky rhythm style.

Fender Telecaster
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Fender Telecaster

Valentine uses this for its sharp, cutting single-coil tone on specific tracks. The Telecaster's natural brightness complements Maroon 5's pop-funk aesthetic without requiring additional EQ or effects processing.

Fender Twin Reverb
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Fender Twin Reverb

The studio foundation for Maroon 5's signature clean headroom and natural tube warmth. Its vintage spring reverb and headroom support their controlled, sculpted tone before post-production compression shapes the final sound.