Ever wondered how Stewart Copeland would sound playing for Limp Bizkit? The legendary drummer from The Police recently gave fans a taste by performing a drum cover of the band’s 2000 hit “Rollin’ (Air Raid Vehicle)” as part of Drumeo’s viral YouTube series.
Drumeo’s concept challenges drummers to play along with a song they’ve never heard before. For Copeland, the chosen track was Limp Bizkit’s energetic single. In just one take, he delivered his unique spin, describing the song as “fun to play.” When told he was playing a Limp Bizkit track, Copeland admitted, “I like those guys in concept. I’m not that familiar with their music.”
Beyond the cover, the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer shared insights into his creative process, particularly his improvisational approach to drumming—a style that sometimes clashed with The Police’s frontman, Sting.
“I genuinely tried to make my band happy,” Copeland explained. “When Sting had an idea, I’d listen because he’s actually pretty good at this stuff. But then I’d forget, and instinct would take over. I wasn’t being difficult; I just couldn’t stick to the plan.”
Copeland added that while he entered the studio with the best intentions of collaborating seamlessly with Sting, their differing approaches to music often created tension.
“Our intentions were always good,” he said, “but that recurring point of conflict—‘the music’ itself—would inevitably resurface and cause friction.”
Copeland’s performance of “Rollin’” showcased his spontaneous creativity, reminding fans of the dynamic artistry that has defined his illustrious career.
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