Released on June 2, 2011.
Written by Nicola Roberts, Maya von Doll, Thomas Pentz and Dimitri Tikovoi.
Produced by Tikovoi and Diplo.
Lead single from Nicola's debut solo album Cinderella's Eyes (2011).
Peaked at #27 on the UK Official Charts.
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"Beat of My Drum" is a dance-pop song which incorporates elements of indie pop, and has been compared to the work of artists including M.I.A. and Major Lazer. Lyrically, the song discusses Roberts' time in the girl band she was a part of, Girls Aloud; while part of the group, she felt undervalued in comparison to other members. "Beat of My Drum" garnered universal acclaim from music critics, with some describing it as more original than solo releases by other members of Girls Aloud; it was also compared to the work of artists such as Kelis and Robyn. Commercially, "Beat of My Drum" failed to make a large impact.
"Disco Blisters & A Comedown" and "Porcelain Heart" were the b-sides.
****ing Pop perfection I'll
Never forgive the UK for letting this flawless bop flop. She was brave enough to go on air on sale
And flopped still listen to
It a lot and still Sounds fresh.