BPM by genre

Lo-fi Hip Hop

Curated by se7en beatlab · updated September 2026

Hip-Hop · 2 subgenres mapped

85 BPM typical

Range: 70–90 BPM

Lo-fi hip hop is built for calm: it sits at 70–90 BPM, with the mid-80s as the comfortable center. The slow tempo and loose timing are what make it feel relaxed and study-friendly.

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Production notes

Start with a dusty drum loop with intentional swing and slightly off-grid timing. Sample or play warm jazz/soul chords, add vinyl crackle, tape wobble, and a gentle low-pass filter. Keep the mix soft and a little 'imperfect' — that's the aesthetic. 85 BPM is a safe center.

Typical structure

Loop-based and short (often 1–2 minutes): intro → main loop with variation → subtle outro. Built for playlists, not radio structure.

Subgenres

Subgenre	Typical	Range
Lo-fi study beats	82	70–88
Jazzhop	86	80–92

FAQ

What tempo does lo-fi hip hop sit at?

Lo-fi hip hop is typically 70–90 BPM, with the mid-80s being the most common.

What BPM are lo-fi study beats?

Most lo-fi study beats sit around 80–88 BPM for a relaxed, focused feel.

Related genres

Boom Bap

R&B

Latin Trap

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