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Popular Song
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Drum Set, Drums, Drumset - Level 1 - Digital Download
SKU: A0.1897838
By Mika. By Mika and Stephen Schwartz. Arranged by The Ninja. This edition: pdf. Film/TV, Hip-Hop, Pop, R & B, Soul. Score. 3 pages. The Ninja #1456207. Published by The Ninja (A0.1897838).Experience the vibrant contemporary pop and R&B sound of “Popular Song” by Ariana Grande featuring Mika with this professionally prepared simplified sheet music arrangement and drum transcription from the debut studio album Yours Truly. Released in 2013, this track blends pop, R&B, musical theater influences, and modern contemporary production with playful vocal delivery, uplifting melodic writing, and a theatrical pop style that highlights Ariana Grande’s early artistic versatility.
This sheet music edition presents the song in a simplified arrangement format designed for musicians, students, educators, rehearsal groups, vocal performers, and contemporary pop ensembles working with modern mainstream repertoire. The notation highlights the recognizable melodic structure, harmonic movement, rhythmic flow, and vocal phrasing while maintaining a practical format suitable for study, rehearsal, and performance in contemporary music environments.
The included drum transcription provides rhythmic notation aligned with pop and musical-theatre–influenced production styles, supporting rhythm section rehearsal, ensemble coordination, groove interpretation, accompaniment practice, and commercial pop performance preparation.
“Popular Song” stands out for its theatrical pop concept, catchy hooks, and contrast between playful melodic sections and expressive vocal delivery. The collaboration between Ariana Grande and Mika creates a dynamic blend of pop storytelling and theatrical energy, combining bright melodies, rhythmic clarity, and a playful lyrical concept that references transformation and self-empowerment. The track reflects a unique crossover style within the Yours Truly era.
This arrangement works well for musicians interested in contemporary female vocal repertoire, theatrical pop arrangements, early Ariana Grande material, pop and R&B fusion, and commercial pop songwriting. The notation format supports rehearsal preparation, music education, vocal coaching, accompaniment study, recital planning, and ensemble coordination.
This sheet music edition is suitable for:
Contemporary pop repertoire
Musical theatre–influenced pop
Modern R&B arrangements
Early Ariana Grande repertoire
Theatrical pop performance material
Contemporary vocal rehearsal
Drum transcription study
Pop ensemble preparation
Music recital repertoire
Commercial pop music study
Rhythm section rehearsal
Contemporary accompaniment practice
Educational music programs
Live showcase preparation
Modern vocal repertoire
Contemporary performance study
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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.
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