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The percussion section in music is always an essential part of any band. They help maintain the tempo of the song. They help bring the entire ensemble together. The percussion section plays an important role in any song. For these two songs they both are key to keeping the tempo, but they also are extremely important in creating the melody for both songs. 

Arabesque is a song that presents the traditional Arabic line dance music. The drums are essential to create this dance like feel to the music. The tambourine, bass drum and timpani are highlighted through the entire song. There is even a percussion soli in the middle of the song. It starts at two minutes and forty-four second (2:44) and ends around two minutes and fifty-two seconds (2:52). The percussion section is essential in this song to create the overall theme. 

In Soap the most important part of the percussion section would have to be the special effects used. Martinez creates this sinister feel to the music by adding a childish twist to it. The bubbles contribute to this childish theme. It is vital in creating the message of this song. These special sound effects are highlighted throughout the song, nothing hides this sound. It, like in Arabesque. also gets a section to play by itself. It has its own solo. 

For both songs the percussion is highlighted. They both are very important in creating the overall theme of the songs. This shows another similarity between the two songs. They both rely heavily on the percussion to not only keep tempo, but also contribute to the overall theme.