Product Description
Bring the smooth groove and heartfelt rhythm of 90s pop and R&B into your drumming repertoire with this expertly crafted drum sheet music for Ive Been Thinking About You, performed by legendary vocalist Mariah Carey from her critically acclaimed 1993 album Music Box. This mid-tempo track blends soulful melodies, expressive harmonies, and an infectious beat that perfectly embodies the crossover between early 90s pop, soft R&B, and danceable urban contemporary sounds.
This professional drum chart package includes both a simplified drum arrangement and a complete, note-for-note drum transcription, designed for drummers of all levels. The simplified arrangement captures the essential groove, making it accessible for beginners and intermediate players who want to lock into the pulse of the song without getting overwhelmed by complexity. The full transcription delivers a faithful recreation of the studio performance, including every nuancesnare articulations, ghost notes, subtle hi-hat work, dynamic fills, and transitionsideal for advanced drummers looking to perform or record the track with precision and musicality.
The drumming in Ive Been Thinking About You is rich with feel, offering tight pocket grooves, laid-back syncopation, and smooth rhythmic flow that supports the vocal lines without overpowering them. This song is a masterclass in tasteful and restrained pop/R&B drummingperfect for students of groove, educators teaching musicality, or professionals performing in cover bands or tribute shows.
Whether youre learning for fun, preparing for a performance, or enhancing your teaching library, this downloadable sheet music is formatted for clear readability, digital devices, and printing, making it convenient and performance-ready.
Includes both simplified drum arrangement and full drum transcription
Accurately transcribed from Mariah Careys Music Box (1993) studio album
Professionally engraved sheet music for drummers of all skill levels
Captures expressive backbeats, dynamic grooves, hi-hat articulation, fills, and rhythmic details
Digital download print-ready and tablet-optimized
Perfect for rehearsals, music lessons, solo practice, gigs, and professional performances
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