Master one of the most instantly recognizable rhythm tracks in rock history with this highly accurate sheet music for "Sunday Bloody Sunday" by U2.

Originally performed by Larry Mullen Jr. as the opening statement of the band's breakthrough 1983 album War, this transcription meticulously charts out the stark, intense phrasing that defines the entire track.

Transcription Details:

• Artist: U2

• Song: Sunday Bloody Sunday

• Album: War

• Original Drummer: Larry Mullen Jr.

• Transcribed by: Lucas Ventura

• Format: High-Quality PDF Download

Mullen Jr.’s drumming on "Sunday Bloody Sunday" is a masterclass in rhythm acting as a song's main melodic hook. Abandoning a standard rock backbeat, he drives the track with a driving four-on-the-floor kick supporting melodically sporadic snare strikes that punctuate a relentless 16th-note hi-hat pattern. This unique phrasing captures the underlying tension of the lyrics perfectly, demanding fluid wrist motion and an improvisational readiness across the snare and hat. This clean, easy-to-read chart strips away the guesswork from his signature patterns and rhythmic hits, letting you focus entirely on nailing the precision and historical intensity of this legendary performance.