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[2026] Practice Songs for Beginner Drummers: Easy and Cool Recommendations

Many people who have just started playing the drums may be wondering which songs they should practice first.

If you don’t know how difficult the song you’re trying to tackle is, it’s hard to make steady progress.

So in this article, we’re introducing songs recommended for beginners who have just taken up the drums—tracks that will help you step up your skills.

We’ve picked a wide range, from the latest hits to timeless classics.

Of course, improvement comes from steady practice and developing your feel and technique, but we’ve also included “I tried playing” videos arranged for beginners, so be sure to use them as a reference!

[2026] Practice Songs for Beginner Drummers: Easy and Cool Recommendations (111–120)

playing loversmakaroni enpitsu

Macaroni Enpitsu 'Pretend Lovers' MV
playing loversmakaroni enpitsu
Make-Believe Lovers — Macaroni Empitsu

This song by Macaroni Enpitsu portrays a bittersweet love story.

Most of the track is built around a simple beat, giving the impression that beginners could play it with enough practice.

Key points: there’s a significant slowdown in tempo right before the first chorus, so make sure the whole band locks in tightly; also, the way the second chorus comes in is distinctive, so practice that thoroughly.

That said, Macaroni Enpitsu’s songs don’t let you off easy—that’s part of their appeal and their challenge.

Right after the second chorus, the meter suddenly shifts to 12/8.

Ideally, listen to the song repeatedly while following the score, understand it in your head first, then sit at the kit and practice.

Once you can confidently handle time signatures other than 4/4 like this, you’re no longer a beginner!

Hane Keisuke
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The prank of timeRyokushokushakai

Ryokuoushoku Shakai “Prank of Time” Official Video / Ryokuoushoku Shakai – Toki no Itazura
The prank of timeRyokushokushakai

A song by the four-piece rock band Ryokuoushoku Shakai—known by the nickname “Ryokushaka”—who have gained popularity with pop numbers featuring straightforward, clear vocals.

Included on their 5th single “Hi wa Mata Noboru kara,” this track blends transparent, floating guitar tones with piano timbres to create a sense of melancholy.

While it doesn’t require advanced techniques and maintains a relaxed tempo overall, the snare accents significantly shape the arrangement’s feel, so it’s good to be mindful of dynamics when playing.

It’s a recommended practice piece that even beginner drummers can tackle with confidence.

Hoshino Takashi
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nonsenseHitsuji Bungaku

Hitsujibungaku – Kudarana (Official Music Video)
nonsenseHitsuji Bungaku

A track by Hitsujibungaku, a three-piece alternative rock band, included on their second major album “our hope.” The spacious, translucent vocals over a striking guitar riff are seriously addictive.

The drums mainly proceed with four-on-the-floor kick throughout, making it easy for beginner drummers to play, but be careful—if you don’t keep a steady tempo, the ensemble will fall apart.

Also, there’s a section with tighter hi-hat patterns; be mindful there as well so the rhythm doesn’t suddenly lag and the dynamics don’t become uneven.

Hoshino Takashi
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In conclusion

We’ve put together a generous list of songs that are great for beginners to practice first on the drums.

We focused on tracks with mainly simple patterns and songs that feature classic grooves you’ll encounter in many pieces.

Some picks might be a bit more challenging, but they’ll help you level up, so definitely give them a try!