Learn to playWalk Like An Egyptianas made famous by The Bangleson drums
The drum beat for "Walk Like an Egyptian" features a catchy, syncopated rhythm with a steady, driving pulse that blends pop, rock, and Middle Eastern influences.
With our step-by-step drum lesson you can recreate the beat behind Walk Like an Egyptian. We’ve broken down the main sections of the song and will take you through each part beat by beat, with video demonstrations.
Walk Like An Egyptian
Drums Tutorial - Step by Step
Intro
After the 4 bar tambourine intro, come in with the 2 bar repeating groove. Finish this section with hits on the kick every 2 bars.
Break
Continue the 2 bar repeating groove through this guitar break section.
Bridge
Start off the bridge with the kicks, then move back into the groove. Let the groove build back up, and finish this section as you started on the kick.
Outro
Groove along to the guitar riff to ride the tune out, finishing on a kick.
Combine and play
Now combine the sections to play the full arrangement.
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Walk Like An Egyptian
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Behind the track
Walk Like An Egyptian
by The Bangles
"Walk Like an Egyptian" by The Bangles features an upbeat, catchy composition with a distinctive blend of pop-rock and Middle Eastern-inspired rhythms. The song opens with a vibrant, syncopated drum beat and jangly guitars, creating an energetic, danceable vibe. The verses are propelled by playful melodies and a steady groove, while the chorus is infectious with its sing-along quality.
The vocal performance is light, bright, and confident, with Susanna Hoffs leading the vocals. Her voice has a playful yet smooth quality, delivering the song's quirky lyrics with a sense of fun and style. The harmonies from the band complement the main vocals, enhancing the overall feel of the track. The vocal delivery, combined with the upbeat instrumental arrangement, gives the song a timeless, joyful energy that contributed to its lasting popularity.
Tips for learning Walk Like an Egyptian on drums
Tip 1: Slow it down
Break it down: Tackle each section of 'Walk Like an Egyptian' 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
- Walk Like an Egyptian is an intermediate difficulty song. Fortunately, there are beginner versions of the song available on Melodics to check out!
- You will need understanding of the cut common time signature, and a grasp of basic grooves at higher tempos.
- 205 bpm.
- 4/4.
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