Nirvana – Come As You Are

Come As You Are drum sheet music – a note-for-note accurate transcription of Dave Grohl's drum part on Nirvana's “Come As You Are”, from the album Nevermind (1991). Every groove and fill is written out exactly as recorded, in a clean, print-ready PDF.

About Come As You Are drum sheet music

“Come As You Are” was the second single from Nevermind and one of Nirvana’s biggest hits, famous for its murky, chorus-effect guitar riff.

Dave Grohl plays a classic grunge groove – steady and powerful – at around 120 bpm. Great for beginners and intermediate drummers learning rock feel.

A drum transcription taken from the original recording

The Come As You Are drum transcription on this page is written from the original studio recording – not from a live version and not from a simplified arrangement. If you have been searching for Come As You Are drum notes that actually match the record, this is the complete part, from the first bar to the last.

Song sections are clearly labelled, so you always know where you are, and the layout follows the song from start to finish. The PDF is professionally engraved, prints cleanly and reads just as well on an iPad or any other tablet.

Song facts

• Artist: Nirvana
• Album: Nevermind (1991)
• Drummer: Dave Grohl
• Tempo: ♩ ≈ 120
• Style: grunge

What you get

Here is what is included with Come As You Are drum sheet music:

• 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 Come As You Are on drums

Once you have the Come As You Are drum sheet music, here is a simple way to learn it:

1. Listen with the sheet music. Follow the groove changes.
2. Lock in at ♩ ≈ 120. Play the groove with a metronome.
3. Keep it steady. Simple grooves need solid time.
4. Learn the fills. Slowly first, then in context.
5. Play with the record. Lock in with the riff.
6. Record yourself. Check your feel.

Why note-for-note sheet music?

Free versions of Come As You Are drum notes online are often tabs typed out by ear, with missing fills and rhythms that don’t match the record. A proper transcription saves you hours of guessing: every part is checked against the original recording, the rhythms are exact, and the layout follows the song so you always know where you are.

Who is this sheet music for?

Come As You Are drum sheet music suits beginner-to-intermediate drummers and Nirvana fans and cover bands.

About Dave Grohl

Dave Grohl drummed for Nirvana on Nevermind and In Utero and later founded Foo Fighters.

More Nirvana drum sheet music

Want more than one song? The Beginner Rock Drum Sheet Music Starter Pack and the Grunge & 90s Alternative Drum Sheet Music Collection include Come As You Are together with other songs, at a lower price than buying them one by one. You can also get other Nirvana songs one by one: Smells Like Teen Spirit, In Bloom and Lithium. See them all on the Nirvana drum sheet music page.

Frequently asked questions

Is this Come As You Are drum sheet music the full song?

Yes. It is the full song, transcribed note-for-note from the original recording on Nevermind. Nothing is simplified.

Are these Come As You Are drum tabs?

No – it is proper drum notation, which is more precise than tabs because it shows exactly when every note falls. If you are new to reading, it is easier than it looks – each drum and cymbal has its own place on the staff.

When do I get the PDF?

Straight away – the download link appears right after checkout and arrives in your inbox, so you can print it or open it on a tablet.

Is Come As You Are good for beginners?

Yes – it is a steady, clear groove, perfect for beginners.

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