80 BPM Metronome
80 beats per minute is relaxed walking pace, comfortable and natural. It falls in the andante / andantino range. Press play below for a steady click at exactly 80 BPM, then read on for the tempo markings, genres, and songs that live at this speed.
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About 80 BPM
80 BPM is a comfortable andante tempo that matches a relaxed walking pace. It is one of the most versatile tempos in popular music, equally at home in hip-hop, R&B, reggae, and pop. The pace is slow enough to feel laid-back but brisk enough to maintain a satisfying groove.
Tempo Markings
80 BPM falls within the following tempo markings:
What 80 BPM Feels Like
Relaxed walking pace, comfortable and natural
Common Genres
- Hip-Hop, Classic hip-hop boom-bap beats often land at 80-90 BPM
- R&B, Mid-tempo R&B grooves frequently sit at 80 BPM
- Pop, Laid-back pop songs use 80 BPM for an easy-going feel
- Reggae, Reggae rhythms commonly pulse around 80 BPM
Songs at 80 BPM
- No Diggity, Blackstreet
- Redbone, Childish Gambino
- Is This Love, Bob Marley
Nearby Tempos
FAQ
What tempo marking is 80 BPM?
80 BPM falls within andante (76-108 BPM) and andantino (80-108 BPM), both indicating a comfortable walking pace.
What genres use 80 BPM?
80 BPM is extremely popular in hip-hop, R&B, reggae, and laid-back pop. It provides a relaxed groove that works well with syncopated rhythms and smooth melodies.
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