Rick Derringer, the celebrated guitarist and songwriter best known for writing 'Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo,' has died at the age of 77.

Hang on Sloopy has been a staple of Ohio State football since 1965. Guitarist Rick Derringer, who helped give fans the famed song, has passed away.

From hit songs "Hang On, Sloopy" to Hulk Hogan’s theme, guitar hero Rick Derringer left his mark on pop culture.