Get Lucky by Nile Rodgers Acoustic Guitar - Digital Sheet Music

Guitar - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1817027

By Daft Punk Featuring Pharrell Williams. Composed by Nile Rodgers and Pharrell. Arranged by Dr. Tom Zlabinger / Telematic Studios / Dr. Tom's Charts. This edition: pdf, streaming. Disco, Pop. Chords/Lyrics. 7 pages. Dr. Tom's Charts / Telematic Studios #1377175. Published by Dr. Tom's Charts / Telematic Studios (A0.1817027).

"Get Lucky" is Daft Punk's disco-funk phenomenon from their 2013 album Random Access Memories, featuring Nile Rodgers' legendary guitar work, Pharrell Williams' silky vocals, and one of the most irresistible grooves of the 21st century that brought classic disco back to the mainstream. "Get Lucky" is an essential choice for intermediate to advanced bands ready to master the art of the groove, where precision, restraint, and locking into the pocket are everything. The guitar work, inspired by Nile Rodgers' signature style, focuses on crisp sixteenth-note rhythmic "chucking" with muted funk strumming that creates the song's hypnotic forward motion, teaching musicians the discipline of serving the groove through repetition and how subtle variations in dynamics and articulation can make a simple pattern endlessly danceable. The bass line is tight and repetitive, locking with the kick drum in perfect unison to create an unshakeable foundation, demanding unwavering time, consistent touch, and the maturity to embrace simplicity over flash. For singers, "Get Lucky" provides an excellent opportunity to work on smooth, laid-back phrasing, staying in the pocket rhythmically, and delivering cool confidence without oversinging, letting the groove do the heavy lifting. The song's timeless disco-funk feel and infectious positivity make it an absolute dance floor essential that showcases a band's ability to lock into a repetitive groove and make it feel fresh, exciting, and utterly irresistible from the first beat to the last.


A NOTE ABOUT DR. TOMS CHARTS
DR. TOMS CHARTS help musicians make more music together. Inspired by the Nashville Number System and the classic Rise Up Singing, these charts emphasize song form with lyrics overlaid on top of evenly spaced chords. These musical roadmaps let you focus on what you love: vocal delivery, groove, harmonies, feel, and more! You can even experiment with different styles and meters.

In the HYBRID chart, the first chord of each line aligns with the first word or syllable on the downbeat, highlighting pickups and delayed entries. Subsequent chords may not align exactly with every word, but once the singer nails the entry, everything locks in! This format might look unfamiliar at first, but evenly spaced chords improve groove and accuracy. The harmonic rhythm guides the melody! For singers, the LYRICS ONLY chart provides all the words with rehearsal cues (intros, verses, bridges, solos).

Keep on jammin!
Dr. Tom


WHO IS DR. TOM?
Dr. Tom Zlabinger is a bass player, guitar player, and singer who has been jamming since high school. He is an Associate Professor of Music at York College / CUNY, where he has taught popular music performance since 2003. He holds a B.A. in music from Grinnell College, an M.A. in jazz performance from Queens College / CUNY, and a Ph.D. in ethnomusicology from the Graduate Center / CUNY. Dr. Tom has published on jams, live online performance, and the role of musicians across various media franchises. He is passionate about innovations that make music making more accessible to musicians of all levels and backgrounds. In 2022, he founded Telematic Studios® to help musicians connect through online voice lessons, clear and legal charts, and live online performance.