All The Small Things

All The Small Things
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Practice Blink 182 on Drums

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  • All fills & ghost notes
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  • Simplified fills
  • Reduced ghost notes
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Drumming Techniques You'll Learn in All The Small Things

  • Pop-Punk Groove Endurance
  • Subdivided Fill Precision
  • Right-Hand Ride Consistency
  • Dynamic Contrast Management

Recommended For

This drum sheet is recommended for advanced-beginner to intermediate drummers eager to develop pop-punk style endurance, precise sixteenth-note fill execution, and clean dynamic transitions. It is a fantastic study for players wanting to build a rock-solid right-hand technique and maintain a driving up-tempo rock pocket.

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Learn to play All The Small Things on drums with our interactive drum sheet and synchronized video player. Follow every note in real time as the drum notation moves with the music, slow down challenging pop-punk tempos with tempo control, and loop difficult sections until your muscle memory takes over. Isolate the drums to dissect the fast, energetic single-stroke fills and explosive accents. Whether you are building up your stamina for fast tempos or perfecting your timing on driving patterns, this tool turns a standard drum cover into an efficient practice session. Stop guessing the notes—master this high-energy track today!

Song information

Artist: Blink 182

Drummer: Travis Barker

Album: Enema of the State

Released: 1999

Sheet Music Details

Length

4 pages of highly readable, clean drum score layouts.

Tempo

140-149

Time Signature

4/4

Key features

Features a fast-paced 149 BPM driving eighth-note pulse, prominent four-on-the-floor kick patterns during the chorus, rapid-fire sixteenth-note tom fills, and a stark dynamic contrast between the quiet bridge and explosive final chorus.

Song's Overview

Released in 1999 on Blink-182’s breakthrough album Enema of the State, All The Small Things became a definitive anthem for late-90s pop-punk. The track is built on straightforward power chords and a relentless rhythmic drive that relies entirely on high energy and crisp execution to cut through the audio mix. For drummers, learning All The Small Things on drums offers an excellent study in maintaining physical endurance without sacrificing timing precision. The track showcases how a relatively simple arrangement can be elevated by aggressive, highly dynamic drumming. Rather than utilizing overly complex progressive patterns, the song demands an unyielding eighth-note pulse on the hi-hat and ride cymbal, coupled with explosive, rapid-fire tom fills that bridge the transitions between sections. Analyzing an All The Small Things drum cover reveals how subtle variations, like switching from a tight hi-hat groove in the verse to an open, crashing ride pattern in the chorus, alter the entire energy of a song. Today, utilizing an accurate All The Small Things drum sheet remains a fundamental rite of passage for players developing their punk rock style, building right-hand stamina, and mastering clean section transitions.

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About the Drummer

Travis Barker is one of the most influential modern drummers, best known for powering the sound of Blink-182.
His work helped shape pop-punk and brought a new level of precision and speed to mainstream drumming.
Beyond rock, he has collaborated with top artists across hip-hop and pop, expanding his musical reach.
If you want to learn to play Blink-182 songs on drums, his drum covers are a perfect gateway for both beginners and advanced players.

Drumming Style

Travis Barker’s drumming style is fast, aggressive, and highly technical, built on tight punk grooves and explosive fills.
He blends classic pop-punk energy with hip-hop-influenced rhythms, making his playing unique and modern.
His use of ghost notes, dynamic accents, and creative transitions makes every drum cover feel alive and challenging.
For beginner drum lessons and advanced practice alike, his style is ideal to develop speed, control, and musicality.

Practice Advice

01
Start Below Full Speed
The original track clocks in around 149 BPM. Begin practicing at 110 BPM using tempo control to ensure your eighth-note ride patterns and snare backbeats are perfectly synchronized before pushing the tempo higher.
02
Loop the Chorus Transitions
Use looping sections to practice the rapid transition from the verse into the driving chorus. Isolate the explosive crash accents and ensure you return to the main groove seamlessly without rushing the beat.
03
Avoid Rushing the Fills
A common mistake is rushing the sixteenth-note tom fills due to the song's fast pace. Keep your hands relaxed and focus on precise subdivision, ensuring every single stroke lands cleanly within the metronome click.
04
Maintain Steady Right-Hand Stamina
The relentless eighth-note pattern requires excellent forearm and wrist endurance. Practice keeping your hand relaxed on the cymbals, using small wrist movements rather than full arm motions to prevent early muscle fatigue during long playing sessions.
05
Master the Dynamic Bridge Drop
Pay close attention to the stark contrast during the bridge. Practice dropping your volume drastically to a subtle rim click and soft kick drum, then build the energy back up perfectly to launch into the final chorus.

Learning Roadmap

Phase 1: Mastering the Verse Groove

Start by learning the tight hi-hat pattern. The verse requires a "closed" feel to allow the vocals to shine. Focus on the kick drum placement.

Phase 2: Opening up the Chorus

Transition from the hi-hat to the crash or wash-ride. This is where you increase your volume and energy. Ensure your snare hits on beats 2 and 4 are consistent and powerful.

Phase 3: The Iconic Fills and Bridge

Master the snare-heavy fills. The bridge is a build-up—start quiet (p) and crescendo to a loud (ff) finish before the final explosion of the chorus.

Phase 4: Play with the Track

Once you’ve memorized the drum score, play along with the original track to match Travis Barker’s specific "feel" and swing.

FAQ

Is All The Small Things suitable for beginners?
All The Small Things is better suited for intermediate to advanced drummers. However, it can be a great long-term goal as your skills improve.
Can I learn All The Small Things if I’m not very confident reading drum notation?
All The Small Things is more notation-heavy, but it’s also a great opportunity to improve your reading skills while learning it step by step.
Do I need a full drum kit to play All The Small Things?
Yes — to fully play All The Small Things as recorded, a full drum kit is recommended due to the use of multiple toms and cymbals.
How will learning All The Small Things improve my drumming skills?
By learning All The Small Things, you’ll work on coordination between your hands and feet, as well as transitions between grooves and fills.
What skills do I need before learning All The Small Things?
To learn All The Small Things, you’ll need solid timing, good coordination, and experience with more complex drum patterns.

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