Learn to playCrazy In Loveas made famous by Beyonceon drums
The drum beat in "Crazy in Love" is a fast-paced, syncopated rhythm with a strong backbeat, featuring prominent snare hits and energetic, driving hi-hat patterns.
With our step-by-step drum lesson you can recreate the beat behind Crazy In Love. We’ve broken down the main sections of the song and will take you through each part beat by beat, with video demonstrations.
Crazy In Love
Drums Tutorial - Step by Step
Learn the A section
To start the song, lay down a basic 4 on the floor groove, playing the crash every 2 bars.
Learn the B section
The next three steps will deal with the B section groove. Start by playing the 2 bar repeating ride pattern.
Add the kick and snare
Now add the kick and snare, following a 4 bar repeating pattern. Note the two 1/8 note kicks in bar 2, and the missing kick at the beginning of bar 3. You may want to use Practice Mode to slow it down and get the parts locked in together.
Add the pedal hi-hat and crash
Now add a crash at the beginning of every 2 bars, and play constant 1/8 notes on the pedal hi-hat.
Play the song
Now combine the two sections to play the whole arrangement - the form is: A - B - A - B - A.
Learn to play
Crazy In Love
with Melodics
Behind the track
Crazy In Love
by Beyonce
"Crazy in Love" by Beyoncé is a high-energy fusion of R&B, pop, and hip-hop. The musical composition features a prominent horn sample from The Chi-Lites, driving the song with a funky, syncopated rhythm. The dynamic drum beat and bass line create a pulsating groove, complemented by vibrant strings and percussive elements. Beyoncé's vocal performance is powerful and assertive, showcasing her wide vocal range and dynamic control. She delivers the verses with a confident, rapid-fire style, while the chorus is marked by soaring, emotive belts. The call-and-response interplay between Beyoncé and featured rapper Jay-Z adds an engaging, conversational layer to the track. Overall, "Crazy in Love" combines infectious rhythms, bold brass sections, and commanding vocals, making it an iconic, timeless anthem.
Tips for learning Crazy In Love on drums
Tip 1: Slow it down
Break it down: Tackle each section of 'Crazy In Love' 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 "Crazy in Love" on drums can be challenging due to its fast tempo, syncopated rhythm, and energetic style. It requires good timing and control over dynamic beats. Fortunately, there are beginner versions of the song available on Melodics to check out!
- To play "Crazy in Love" on drums, you need skills in syncopation, fast tempo control, strong backbeat execution, dynamic hi-hat work, and precise snare hits.
- 100 bpm
- 4 / 4
- D# minor
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