Bon Jovi – Living On A Prayer

Livin' On A Prayer drum sheet music – a note-for-note accurate transcription of Tico Torres' drum part on Bon Jovi's “Livin' On A Prayer”, from the album Slippery When Wet (1986). Every groove and fill is written out exactly as recorded, in a clean, print-ready PDF.

About Livin' On A Prayer drum sheet music

“Livin’ On A Prayer” spent four weeks at number one in the US and is Bon Jovi’s signature song, from their best-selling album Slippery When Wet.

Tico Torres plays the ultimate ’80s rock-anthem groove – big and driving. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser for cover bands and events.

A drum transcription taken from the original recording

Every bar of this Livin' On A Prayer drum transcription comes from the original recording. Instead of an approximate groove with a couple of fills, you get the whole drum part – so if you need Livin' On A Prayer drum notes that sound like the record when you play them, this is the version to use.

The sheet music is professionally engraved and easy to read on a music stand or on a tablet. Each part of the song is clearly labelled, and repeats with first- and second-time endings keep the layout compact, so you spend less time turning pages and more time playing.

Song facts

• Artist: Bon Jovi
• Album: Slippery When Wet (1986)
• Drummer: Tico Torres
• Style: ’80s rock anthem

What you get

Your Livin' On A Prayer drum sheet music download includes:

• The full song, transcribed note-for-note from the original recording
• Clearly labelled song sections
• Professionally engraved, print-ready PDF
• Instant download after purchase

How to practise Livin' On A Prayer on drums

Here is a practice plan that works well for Livin' On A Prayer:

1. Listen with the sheet music. Follow the sections and key change.
2. Practise the groove. Keep it driving.
3. Make it big. Confident backbeat.
4. Learn the fills. Slowly first, then in context.
5. Play with the record. Lock in with the bass.
6. Record yourself. Check your time.

Why note-for-note sheet music?

Learning Livin' On A Prayer by ear or from a free tab usually means guessing the details – which fill goes where, what the hi-hat is doing, how a section ends. Accurate sheet music takes the guesswork out: the rhythms are exact, the song structure is clear, and you can focus on playing instead of decoding.

Who is this sheet music for?

Livin’ On A Prayer drum sheet music suits beginner-to-intermediate drummers and every party and cover band.

About Tico Torres

Tico Torres has been Bon Jovi’s drummer since 1983.

More Bon Jovi drum sheet music

Want more than one song? The Beginner Rock Drum Sheet Music Starter Pack includes Livin' On A Prayer together with other songs, at a lower price than buying them one by one. You can also get other Bon Jovi songs one by one: Born To Be My Baby. See them all on the Bon Jovi drum sheet music page.

Frequently asked questions

Is it the complete Livin' On A Prayer drum part?

Yes. The whole song is transcribed note-for-note from the record, including every fill, as heard on Slippery When Wet.

Is Livin' On A Prayer drum sheet music a tab or real notation?

It is real drum notation on a five-line staff, the standard way drum parts are written. If you are used to tabs, it is worth the switch – notation shows the rhythm exactly, which tabs can’t.

How is the sheet music delivered?

As a PDF download. The link shows up as soon as you complete checkout and is emailed to you as well.

Is Livin’ On A Prayer good for cover bands?

Yes – it is one of the most requested rock songs.

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