50 Ways to Leave Your Lover – Paul Simon

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Paul Simon’s “50 Ways to Leave Your Lover” is one of the most celebrated singer-songwriter recordings of the 1970s, pairing witty storytelling with one of the most influential drum performances ever captured on record. Released in 1975 on Still Crazy After All These Years, the song topped the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart, reached the Top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100, and remains a staple of classic radio. Behind the kit, Steve Gadd delivers his legendary groove—an endlessly studied performance whose inventive phrasing and unmistakable feel have inspired generations of drummers. For players looking to develop touch, pocket, and rhythmic precision, this is an essential piece of drum literature. With Drumable’s interactive drum sheet music, you can play along with the original recording, slow the tempo to internalize Gadd’s subtle phrasing, or switch to drums-only playback to focus entirely on the nuances of his performance. This detailed drum transcription captures every note, making “50 Ways to Leave Your Lover” an indispensable addition to any serious drummer’s drum sheet music collection.