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Intermediate drums sheet music for "Different When It Comes To You" by Bruce Cockburn, in A major at about 94 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Drums Sheet Music for "Different When It Comes To You" by Bruce Cockburn

Preview of the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement for “Different When It Comes To You” by Bruce Cockburn.

Different When It Comes To You by Bruce Cockburn
Drums Sheet Music

PercussionMid-staff range

The drums part reads from percussion, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrerock · folk · acoustic
Moodmelancholic · reflective
Signatureacoustic rock ballad with a folk‑inflected, introspective feel
A major
Key
94
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

Amaj9
Am
Bm
Amaj7
Bm7
D
F♯m7
Bmaj/3
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre‑chorusChorusVersePre‑chorusChorusBridgeInstrumental breakFinal chorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

acoustic guitar
fingerpicked and strummed, providing the harmonic and rhythmic backbone
vocals
male lead, clear and slightly raspy, delivering the lyrics with an earnest, storytelling style
electric bass
warm, round, syncopated, driving the groove
drums
steady, understated rock beat with a natural, organic feel
electric guitar
clean, melodic lead lines and subtle fills that weave around the vocal melody
Album & artist
ALBUM

Life Short Call Now (2006)

All of Life Short Call Now
Artist

Bruce Cockburn

Bruce Cockburn is a Canadian singer-songwriter from Ottawa who has been recording since the early 1970s. His music moves across folk, rock, jazz, and world music, and his lyrics frequently address spiritual themes, environmental concerns, and political injustice. He has long been one of Canada's most respected guitarists, and his catalog stretches across more than two dozen studio albums.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Different When It Comes To You" in?

"Different When It Comes To You" by Bruce Cockburn is in A major.

What is the tempo of "Different When It Comes To You"?

"Different When It Comes To You" plays at around 94 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Different When It Comes To You"?

The core progression is Amaj9, Am, Bm, Amaj7, Bm7, and D, built around the A major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Different When It Comes To You"?

The recording features acoustic guitar, electric bass, drums, electric guitar, and vocals.

Can I get "Different When It Comes To You" drums sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement of "Different When It Comes To You" by Bruce Cockburn, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Different When It Comes To You" drums sheet music easy to play?

"Different When It Comes To You" drums sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 94 BPM in A major with 14 chords to navigate, the part sits at a comfortable intermediate level. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "Different When It Comes To You" drums sheet music?

Yes. The beginner drums sheet music for "Different When It Comes To You" simplifies the busiest passages and rhythms while keeping the melody, so it is the easiest way to start. The intermediate and advanced arrangements are one tap away when you want more of the original.

What album is "Different When It Comes To You" on?

"Different When It Comes To You" appears on Life Short Call Now (2006).

How does Songscription turn a song into sheet music?

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Can I get sheet music for a live or cover version?

Yes. The score is generated from whatever recording you pick, so a live take, a remix, or a cover each match that exact performance.

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Piano, guitar, violin, trumpet, sax, bass, drums, vocals and more, as standard sheet music, a piano roll, or guitar tabs.

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How accurate is the transcription?

It is produced by AI trained on millions of bars of music, and you can play it back and fine-tune any details before you download.

Is this transcription licensed?

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