Product Description
Simplified Drum Sheet Music and Drum Transcription "Happy" by Pharrell Williams (Despicable Me 2, 2013-2014) From the Albums Despicable Me 2: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack and GIRL
Bring the uplifting, infectious groove of Pharrell Williams global smash hit Happy to your drum kit with this simplified drum arrangement and full drum transcription, perfect for drummers of all levels! Originally featured in the animated film Despicable Me 2 (2013) and also included in Pharrells 2014 solo album GIRL, Happy became a cultural phenomenon and remains one of the most joyful and recognizable pop/soul songs of the 2010s.
This sheet music includes a clean, easy-to-follow drum arrangement, carefully transcribed to match the original performance while also being accessible to students, beginner drummers, and intermediate players. Whether you're preparing for a performance, recital, lesson, or simply playing along for fun, this drum transcription of "Happy" will help you lock into the feel-good rhythm and tight groove that define the track.
Key Features:
Full drum kit transcription based on the original studio version
Simplified arrangement ideal for beginner and intermediate drummers
Perfect for solo drumming, band arrangements, music education, school concerts, or private practice
Notation includes kick, snare, hi-hats and groove breakdowns
Formatted for clear readability and ease of play
Faithful to the feel and rhythm of the original song from the Despicable Me 2 movie soundtrack
About the Song:
"Happy" is a neo soul, pop, funk, and R&B anthem filled with positivity, clap-along grooves, and a timeless Motown-inspired sound. Written, produced, and performed by Pharrell Williams, the song topped charts in over 20 countries, earned multiple Grammy nominations, and was nominated for Best Original Song at the Academy Awards. Its infectious beat, singalong vibe, and upbeat tempo make it a favorite across generations.
Genres:
Pop, Soul, Funk, Neo Soul, R&B, Retro Pop, Dance Pop, Movie Soundtrack, Film Score, Feel-Good Music, Inspirational Songs
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Whether you're a teacher looking for accessible pop arrangements for your students, a beginner wanting to learn one of the happiest songs of the decade, or a drummer who wants to groove to a chart-topping hit, this sheet is for you!
This product was created by a member of ArrangeMe, Hal Leonard's global self-publishing community of independent composers, arrangers, and songwriters. ArrangeMe allows for the publication of unique arrangements of both popular titles and original compositions from a wide variety of voices and backgrounds.