Why Musical Attributes Matter
Artists often search for beats with specific musical properties:- BPM matching — Artists need tempos that match their vocal flow or project style
- Key compatibility — Vocalists want beats in keys that suit their range
- Scale matching — Major vs. minor affects the emotional tone
BPM (Beats Per Minute)
BPM indicates the tempo or speed of your beat.Requirements
- Required field — Must be provided
- Valid range — 50 to 200 BPM
- Whole numbers — Enter as an integer (e.g., 140, not 140.5)
Common BPM Ranges by Genre
| Genre | Typical BPM Range |
|---|---|
| Trap | 130-170 |
| Hip Hop | 85-115 |
| R&B | 60-90 |
| Drill | 140-150 |
| Pop | 100-130 |
| Reggaeton | 90-100 |
How to Find Your BPM
If you don’t know your track’s BPM:- Check your DAW — Most DAWs display the project tempo
- Use a tap tempo tool — Tap along to the beat to calculate BPM
- Online BPM analyzers — Upload your audio to determine tempo
Key
The key indicates the root note or tonal center of your beat.Available Keys
| Standard | With Sharps/Flats |
|---|---|
| C | C# / D♭ |
| D | D# / E♭ |
| E | — |
| F | F# / G♭ |
| G | G# / A♭ |
| A | A# / B♭ |
| B | — |
How to Determine Key
- Check your DAW — Look at your project settings or piano roll
- Listen for the root — The note that feels like “home” in your melody
- Use key detection software — Tools like Mixed In Key or Keyfinder
Scale
The scale indicates whether your beat is in a major or minor mode.Options
| Scale | Character | Common Uses |
|---|---|---|
| Major | Bright, happy, uplifting | Pop, upbeat hip hop, dance |
| Minor | Dark, moody, emotional | Trap, drill, emotional rap |
How to Tell Major from Minor
- Major — Generally sounds happy, bright, or triumphant
- Minor — Generally sounds sad, dark, or intense
Music Properties Section
In the track form, you’ll find these fields grouped under Music Properties:1
Select Key
Choose from the dropdown menu (C, C#/D♭, D, etc.)
2
Select Scale
Choose Major or Minor
3
Enter BPM
Type the tempo (50-200)
Common Questions
What if my beat changes tempo?
What if my beat changes tempo?
Enter the primary or most prominent tempo. If the beat has significant tempo changes, you might mention this in the description.
What if my beat is in between two keys?
What if my beat is in between two keys?
Choose the key that best represents the tonal center. If it’s ambiguous, go with the key of your main melody or chord progression.
Can I use half-time or double-time BPM?
Can I use half-time or double-time BPM?
Enter the BPM that matches how the beat “feels.” A trap beat at 140 BPM with half-time drums should be listed as 140, not 70.
What about beats with key changes?
What about beats with key changes?
Enter the starting key or the key of the main section. Mention key changes in the description.
Best Practices
Double-check before uploading
Double-check before uploading
Verify your BPM and key in your DAW before entering them. Incorrect values hurt your credibility.
Be precise
Be precise
Artists rely on this information for their projects. Accuracy matters.
Think like the artist
Think like the artist
What would an artist searching for this type of beat want to know?