(He runs his hand over the drum head, lovingly.)
Well, if you are going to need me to drum, I'll need to wet down the head to make sure it's mellow. I always use beer, of course. Don't give me anything cheap! The quality of the brew will effect the drum-head, doncha' know! Something black, smooth and full bodied. Since Grace Jones isn't here, give me a Guinness!
Oh, and while we're doing songs that need a drum, I've a mind to sing my favorite to drum with. But I'll not need the tipper for "Beat of a Lover's Heart." And don't go away with that dishtowel. I'll need it for the tears afterward.
Nah, It's not that the song is so sad, It's the way I sing it…
Mikal