[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!
- Recommended songs for beginner band members by instrument
- Recommended songs for beginner bands: simple and crowd-pleasing tracks.
- [J-Pop] A Compilation of Songs with Awesome Drums [2026]
- [2026] For Band Beginners! Recommended Songs from Popular Bands That Get the Crowd Going at Live Shows
- Recommended practice songs for intermediate drummers: a collection of tracks to develop expressiveness and performance skills
- A song with a cool drum intro
- [For Beginners] Recommended Songs for Female Vocal Bands: Great for Choosing Your Setlist! [2026]
- [2026] Representative Famous Enka Songs: A Compilation of Classic Favorites [Beginner-Friendly]
- A roundup of recommended band scores for beginners: introducing easy songs
- Recommended training videos for beginner drummers. A summary of effective practice methods.
- [Beginner] Start with this song! A collection of practice tunes for jazz beginners
- Practice Pieces for Rock Beginners
- [Rock] Easy Band-Style Vocaloid Songs for Beginners [Simple]
[2026] Practice Songs for Beginner Drummers: Easy and Cool Recommended Tracks (51–60)
MusicaBurandē Senki
This is the debut single from Brandy Senki, a three-piece rock band formed in 2022.
The song carries a somewhat alluring, enigmatic vibe, and its unique charm really shines.
The key to performing this track lies in handling triplets.
That’s because triplets are used extensively in the fills that appear midway through the B section and in various other spots.
Mastering triplets is essential for improving your playing, so use this song as a chance to get them under your belt.
You’ll also encounter phrases that strike the cup of the ride cymbal in places.
Until you get used to it, you might struggle to produce the right sound, so take your time experimenting with which part of the cup to hit and which part of the stick to use.
PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism
This signature song by Hige Dandism is a ballad that moves at a relaxed tempo of BPM 92.
Because the tempo is unhurried, a major advantage is that you can play while checking each beat carefully.
Another recommendation, besides the tempo, is that you can get through the song by learning just three types of beats: one for the verse and chorus, one for the first pre-chorus, and one for the second pre-chorus.
Among these, the first pre-chorus beat is relatively difficult, as it weaves in ghost notes and breaks using the hi-hat, making it a bit complex.
For beginners, it’s best to strip away the subtle ghost-note and hi-hat nuances and focus on aligning the bass drum and snare placements.
The other two beats should be manageable with gradual practice, but if they’re still tough, try arranging them to be easier—such as changing sixteenth notes to eighth notes or reducing the number of bass drum hits.
white noiseOfisharu Higedan Dism
Official HIGE DANDism, a four-piece piano pop band that swiftly took the J-pop scene by storm with their overwhelmingly potent musicality.
Their ninth digital-only single, “White Noise,” written as the opening theme for the TV anime Tokyo Revengers: Christmas Showdown Arc, is a cool rock ensemble number that brings the guitar riff to the forefront.
The drums use a basic 8-beat pattern throughout, and since the tempo isn’t fast, it’s approachable to tackle.
Beginner drummers should practice carefully so the tempo doesn’t waver when the fills come in.
You don’t get it.WurtS
WurtS, a solo artist gaining popularity mainly on TikTok, is best known for the song “Wakattenai yo.” It’s a rock tune that’s pop overall yet tinged with a certain wistfulness, leaving a strong impression.
One of the highlights is its tempo—easy to get into and easy to play.
For beginner drummers, it’s especially recommended because it makes heavy use of the classic J-rock dance beat.
A dance beat features four-on-the-floor bass drum, offbeat hi-hats, and snare hits on beats 2 and 4.
Once you get used to it, it’s a really fun groove to play.
With a bit of practice to learn the sticking, you’ll be able to play it right away—and it’ll look and sound great!
[2026] Practice songs for drum beginners: Easy and cool recommended tracks (61–70)
more than wordsHitsuji Bungaku
Sheep Literature’s new song “more than words” has an emotionally rich melody yet a gentle touch that slips softly into the listener’s heart.
Gaining attention as the ending theme for the anime Jujutsu Kaisen, its restrained, uncomplicated arrangement creates a comfortable sonic space.
The crystalline vocals make each lyric stand out, further enhancing the song’s charm.
The drum rhythms, which weave delicate shades of feeling, invite listeners into a vaguely nostalgic landscape.
It’s a highly recommended track that lets even first-time listeners immerse themselves in Sheep Literature’s world.
To all my ex-girlfriendsKoresawa
This is a love song by singer-songwriter Koresawa with a charmingly pop vibe.
The tempo isn’t too fast, so I think it’s perfect as a practice piece.
The basic beat from the verse (A section) to the pre-chorus (B section) is very simple, and even beginners should be able to play it to a certain extent with a bit of practice! On the other hand, the beat that combines two toms in the intro and after the chorus might be a first challenge for some players.
Beats built around the toms appear in other songs as well, so let’s get used to them with this track.
Also, in the chorus beat, getting the feel for placing the bass drum between the eighth notes on the ride cymbal will definitely help when you play other songs, too.
Overdosenatori
One of Natori’s signature songs, this track also gained attention on the internet, especially through TikTok.
Its sophisticated, urban sound and cool vocals leave a strong impression.
The song features a relatively relaxed tempo, and introduces a dance beat where the hi-hat plays off-beat eighth notes over a four-on-the-floor kick pattern often found in rock band music.
What particularly stands out in this track’s dance beat is the inclusion of hi-hat triplets within the basic beat mentioned earlier.
Start by listening closely to the song and understanding how the beat is constructed.
While this beat doesn’t appear frequently in other songs, practicing it will help you develop the ability to arrange and adapt a basic groove.