A must-see for drum players! 3 recommended J-POP songs where drums play a big role

For drummers, songs that highlight attractive drum parts are very motivating to play.
Here we have selected three recommended J-Pop songs where the drums play a major role.
These songs are great for honing your drumming skills and are a lot of fun to play.

1. 
   

   GLAMOROUS SKY" - NANA starring MIKA NAKASHIMA

   
   

   The drums provide a strong beat throughout this rock-inspired song.
   The drum roll in the chorus section is especially captivating. The tempo changes are also fun, making this a challenging song for drummers.

   
   


2. 
   

   Uchiage Hanabi" - DAOKO x Yonezu Genji

   
   

   This song features a composition in which the drums gradually build up from a quiet intro.
   By paying attention to the changes in dynamics throughout the song, you can expand the expressive power of the drums.
   This is a song that requires performance with emotion.

   
   


3. 
   

   RAIN" - SEKAI NO OWARI

   
   

   SEKAI NO OWARI's "RAIN" focuses on the drum part.
   The consistent rhythmic feel of the song is pleasant, and the drummer's unique fill-ins can add even more depth to the song.
   The drum solo at the climax of the song is particularly impressive.

   
   

When playing these songs, it is important to not only beat the rhythm, but also to think about how to express the mood and emotion of the song while playing the drums.
There are many songs in J-POP that bring out the best of the drums.
Through the above songs, you can challenge yourself with various rhythms and techniques to make your own drum playing even more appealing.