Should I get an electric guitar or an acuostic guitar?

Question:

Should I get an electric guitar or an acuostic guitar?

I am not sure on weather or not I should get an acuostic or electric guitar. In my opinion I think I would be playing/learning more songs that were played with an acuostic, however there are some songs that I think would be fun to do with an electric.

I have not started playing so I don't need a highly expensive guitar. Which one should I pick?

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: I taught for several years and played professionally so here's what I would do if money is a factor. If you are just learning, I would get an electric guitar because the string tension is less. Acoustics have heavier strings and are rougher on your fingers. You can get a good cheap playable electric but a cheap acoustic is usually junk. The person that is learning gives up because they think they are making no progress when it is the guitar that is keeping them from progressing. If you start learning on an acoustic, don't go cheap. Trust me on this one. The strings on a cheap acoustic are usually higher off the fretboard than a better one. That makes the strings harder to push down. If you want to start on an acoustic, spend a little more and get a better quality guitar. Also, if you can, take an experienced guitarist with you because there is a GREAT deal of difference in guitars---even between two of the same model.