[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.
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[2026] Practice Songs for Beginner Drummers: Easy and Cool Recommended Tracks (101–110)
Streetlights and an apartmentTetsukaze Tōkyō
Songs with simple, comfortable beats are ideal for beginners.
“Gaitō to Apartment” by the rock band Tekkaze Tokyo is a track from their 2021 EP “Nokosu.” It’s a piece you can really sink into, with a blend of delicacy and an emotional atmosphere that creates a deep, immersive sound.
Many of the parts are sparse, so start by learning them one by one, carefully picking out each element.
Also, the fact that it sounds like a quiet song means the band’s overall ensemble is tightly constructed; if you’re doing a cover, keep a sense of tension—make sure everyone lines up the attacks together, for example.
TremoloChilli Beams.
This song is one of the signature tracks that the three-piece girls’ band Chilli Beans.
has been performing since their early days.
It has a simple vibe, but the groovy bass line feels great, doesn’t it? The track features a variety of beats—simple four-on-the-floor 8-beat, 16-beat, dance beats, and more—but the sticking itself is straightforward, so with a bit of practice you should be able to play it.
That said, recreating the cool groove of the original is the tricky part.
I recommend practicing while carefully listening to the bass and guitar, so the whole band can lock in and bring out the groove and feel together.
room for growthCreepy Nuts
With the guitar sound incorporated into the track, it’s the kind of song that makes you want to try playing it with a band.
As for the drums, it repeats a single beat pattern, so it’s recommended for beginner drummers.
Since the BPM is 174, it might feel a bit fast for beginners, but in this song’s beat the hi-hat plays quarter notes, so you should be able to play it without feeling too strained.
However, the beat where the bass drum plays eighth notes in between the quarter-note hi-hats can make your hands and feet get tangled until you get used to it.
Be sure to start practicing at a slow tempo and gradually increase the speed.
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It’s a slow-tempo ballad at BPM 77.
The song mainly progresses with a simple 8-beat throughout, making it a perfect piece for beginner drummers to work on.
The first point to watch out for is the distinction between open and half-open hi-hats.
In the A and B sections, the hi-hat is played closed, while in the chorus it’s played half-open—meaning the top and bottom cymbals are slightly apart and just barely touching.
Until you get used to it, finding the right amount of openness can be tricky, so practice until you can produce a pleasing sound.
The second point is that the sixteenth notes have a swung feel.
This is especially common in the fills, so listen to the original track and try to feel that swing as you play.
Because the tempo is slow, you can check each phrase as you go, which is part of this song’s appeal.
It’s very practice-friendly, so definitely give it a try.
Love SongGO!GO!7188
GO!GO!7188 is a Japanese three-piece rock band that disbanded in 2012.
This might be their most well-known song.
With its simple sound and moderate tempo, it’s a great pick for beginners.
However, the simpler the song, the more important it is to develop your groove and tone.
Be sure to learn that from this track! Aim for a solid yet tight sound that doesn’t interfere with the band ensemble, and experiment with your playing approach to achieve it.
