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Intermediate drums sheet music for "Gone Too Soon" by Michael Jackson, in G♯ minor at about 75 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Drums Sheet Music for "Gone Too Soon" by Michael Jackson

Preview of the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement for “Gone Too Soon” by Michael Jackson.

Gone Too Soon
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

Genrepop · R&B · soul
Moodmelancholic · reflective
Signatureemotional pop ballad with a soulful, string‑driven arrangement
G♯ minor
Key
75
BPM
2/4
Time
Chords

The progression

A♭m
A♭
C♯
F♯
E♭7
A♭maj7
F♯maj/2
C♯maj/5
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre‑chorusChorusVersePre‑chorusChorusBridgeFinal chorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

strings
lush, sweeping orchestral strings providing the harmonic backbone
vocals
male lead voice, smooth and expressive, delivering the lyrics with a heartfelt, slightly breathy timbre
piano
soft, resonant piano chords and melodic fills
bass
warm, rounded electric bass supporting the low end
drums
subtle, brushed drum kit with gentle kick and snare, emphasizing the slow groove
Album & artist
ALBUM

Dangerous (1991)

Dangerous was Jackson's eighth studio album, released on Epic Records, and the first he made without longtime producer Quincy Jones, working instead with Teddy Riley, Bill Bottrell, and Bruce Swedien. It pulls from new jack swing, pop, and R&B, with Jackson writing or co-writing most of the tracks, covering topics ranging from social issues and racism to romance, and it produced major singles including 'Black or White' and 'Remember the Time'.

All of Dangerous
Artist

Michael Jackson

Michael Jackson was a singer, dancer, and songwriter from Gary, Indiana, who started performing as a child with his brothers in the Jackson 5 before launching a solo career that made him one of the best-selling music acts in history. His work spans pop, R&B, funk, and soul, and he earned the nickname 'King of Pop' for his influence on the genre and his instantly recognizable dance moves. He recorded throughout the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s, producing some of the most commercially successful albums ever made.

All Michael Jackson songs
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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Gone Too Soon" in?

"Gone Too Soon" by Michael Jackson is in G♯ minor.

What is the tempo of "Gone Too Soon"?

"Gone Too Soon" plays at around 75 BPM in 2/4 time.

What chords are in "Gone Too Soon"?

The core progression is A♭m, A♭, C♯, F♯, E♭7, and A♭maj7, built around the G♯ minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "Gone Too Soon"?

The recording features strings, piano, bass, drums, and vocals.

Can I get "Gone Too Soon" drums sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement of "Gone Too Soon" by Michael Jackson, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Gone Too Soon" drums sheet music easy to play?

"Gone Too Soon" drums sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 75 BPM in G♯ minor with 32 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 "Gone Too Soon" drums sheet music?

Yes. The beginner drums sheet music for "Gone Too Soon" 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 "Gone Too Soon" on?

"Gone Too Soon" appears on Dangerous (1991).

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How accurate is the transcription?

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Is this transcription licensed?

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