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Billionaire: Choral Instrumental Pak

By Bruno Mars / By Ari Levine / By Philip Lawrence / By Travis McCoy / As performed by Glee Cast / As performed by Travie McCoy featuring Bruno Mars / Arranged by Tim Davis / Arranged by Adam Anders

Item: 35-PK00166095

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What would you do if you had a billion dollars? The pop hit of 2010 by Travie McCoy featuring Bruno Mars was covered by the boys in "Glee" with a breezy, reggae-type style that connects immediately to the listener in a happy, feel-good way. Duration: ca. 3:00.

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
SKU: 35-PK00166095

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About the Composer: Bruno Mars

Bruno Mars emerged as one of the defining pop voices of the 2010s, blending influences from funk, soul, and reggae into instantly memorable songs. His work as a composer and producer demonstrates a keen understanding of groove and vocal melody, qualities that have made his songs particularly rewarding for ensemble settings.

Why we love this

The Glee arrangement captures what made this song resonate with millions of listeners: infectious optimism and a laid-back reggae groove that feels effortless to perform. Your singers will connect with material they already know and love, while the rhythmic style keeps energy high without demanding technical complexity.

What to expect

Sunny and carefree, with the rolling ease of a reggae rhythm section beneath bright, bouncy vocal lines. The arrangement invites performers and listeners into a moment of pure good humor.

Who it's for

Choirs wanting to program contemporary material that engages audiences and singers alike. This arrangement works for high school through adult ensembles and requires rhythm voicing rather than traditional SAB or SATB parts.

How to get the most out of it

  • Keep the groove relaxed and pocket-focused. The power comes from locking the subdivision, not from driving the tempo forward.
  • Pay attention to the reggae-style rhythmic inflections in the vocal lines. These syncopations define the character; underplaying them flattens the arrangement.
  • Let the percussion and instrumental parts establish the foundation before the voices enter. A strong rhythmic bed makes the choir's job easier.
  • Balance the feel between joy and restraint. The song succeeds when singers seem genuinely relaxed rather than performing exuberance.

How to use it

Pair this with other contemporary pop covers to create a modern music section in a concert, or use it as a memorable closer that leaves audiences smiling. The three-minute duration makes it ideal for variety shows, pops concerts, or as a break between heavier classical or sacred repertoire.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading rhythm voicing and understanding percussion parts
  • Performing syncopated rhythms in a groove-oriented context
  • Balancing choral blend with rhythmic independence
  • Responding to reggae-influenced feel and tempo flexibility

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