“Hard Knocked Life” Jay Z – Drum Lesson October 15, 2014 Nick Dahlberg Famous Grooves & FIlls, Funk, R&B/Hip-Hop This is a classic two bar groove used in Jay Z’s, “Hard Knocked Life.” Only difference in the two bars is the bass drum as noted below. Remember to shuffle any of the bass drums that fall on “e” or “ah.” Enjoy!