Learn to playCosmic Girlas made famous by Jamiroquaion drums
The drum beat for "Cosmic Girl" by Jamiroquai is a smooth, funky groove with a tight, syncopated rhythm, featuring crisp hi-hat patterns, steady kick, and sharp snare hits.
With our step-by-step drum lesson you can recreate the beat behind Cosmic Girl. We’ve broken down the main sections of the song and will take you through each part beat by beat, with video demonstrations.
Cosmic Girl
Drums Tutorial - Step by Step
Verse 1
After the syncopated keys intro, kick off with a fill, and move into a two-handed hi-hat pattern with a four on the floor kick. Watch for the open hi-hats, starting on beat 4-e and then moving to beat 4-&. Move into the chorus with a fill; keep your hands alternating, bringing the left hand down to the snare for the syncopated 1/16 notes.
Chorus 1
Start the chorus with a crash, and move into a similar groove with a different kick pattern. Watch for the fills in bars 8 and 16; again, use alternating hands, and jump into Practice Mode to isolate and hone in on the details.
Instrumental through Chorus 2
Return to the verse groove for the instrumental section, and proceed through Verse 2 to Chorus 2. These sections are very similar with some fill variations; pay special attention to the syncopated fill leading into the chorus.
Bridge
Keep the groove going through this short bridge section, and stop for a bar before the outro section.
Outro
The outro section comprises a chorus and a half chorus with some tricky fill variations. Use a five stroke roll (R - R - L - L - R) to play the fast hi-hat fill towards the end, and watch for the syncopated open hi-hats.
Perform the track
Now combine the sections in the form: Verse 1 - Chorus 1 - Instrumental - Verse 2 - Chorus 2 - Bridge - Outro - to play the full arrangement.
Learn to play
Cosmic Girl
with Melodics
Behind the track
COSMIC GIRL
by JAMIROQUAI
"Cosmic Girl" by Jamiroquai features a vibrant musical composition blending elements of funk, disco, and acid jazz. The song is driven by a groovy bassline, rhythmic guitar riffs, and a steady, syncopated drum beat. Bright synthesizers and subtle string arrangements add layers of texture, creating a rich, danceable soundscape.
The vocal performance by Jay Kay is smooth and charismatic, characterized by his distinctive falsetto and dynamic range. His delivery is both playful and soulful, perfectly complementing the song's upbeat and funky vibe. The catchy chorus and infectious melodies make "Cosmic Girl" an energetic and memorable track, showcasing Jamiroquai's signature style and musical versatility.
Tips for learning Cosmic Girl on drums
Tip 1: Slow it down
Break it down: Tackle each section of 'Cosmic Girl' individually for precision mastery. With Melodics, you can slow the pace of the song and work up to full speed.
Tip 2: Review your performance
Identify growth areas: Listen to playback of your performance to learn where you need to develop your timing, technique & rhythm. Melodics provides instant feedback on your performance.
Tip 3: Practice makes perfect
Stay consistent: With regular, focused practice you'll see rapid progress when learning the song. Even a short session each day will make a huge difference.
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FAQs
- Playing "Cosmic Girl" by Jamiroquai on drums is moderately challenging. The song features a tight, syncopated groove that requires precision and a good sense of timing. Fortunately, there are beginner versions of the song available on Melodics to check out!
- To play "Cosmic Girl" by Jamiroquai on drums, you need steady timekeeping, the ability to play syncopated rhythms, dynamic control, incorporating ghost notes on the snare, various hi-hat techniques, good hand-foot coordination, executing tasteful fills, and an understanding of funk and disco grooves.
- 120 bpm
- 4/4
- F# minor
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