60 beats · updated 2026-07

Afro beats

60 afro beats in the BE-TWIIN catalog, most of them sitting between 95 and 102 BPM, and 100 BPM the tempo they land on most. What separates this lane from the rest of the catalog is how romantic it is — 68% of them, alongside low energy and club. 43 of them have their musical key listed, most often F Min, A# Min and G Min, so you can match one to a reference or to a vocal you have already cut. Producers reach for these for hooks and club, and they sit best under a melodic delivery. Every one is an original BE-TWIIN production, mixed and ready to record over — no tags on the licensed files, no royalty splits, no publishing claim. If this is the sound you are after, the same beats cross over into Wizkid, Burna Boy and Rema. Stream any of them in full before you decide.

Beats
60
Tempo
80–170 BPM
Most used
100 BPM
Licenses from
$29.95
Stands out for

romantic · low energy · club

Common keys

F Min · A# Min · G Min

Best for

hooks · club · late-night records

Tempo pocket

60% between 95 and 102 BPM

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The other 12Full catalog in this lane

Questions rappers ask about afro beats

What tempo are these afro beats?

They run from 80 to 170 BPM, with 60% between 95 and 102 BPM and 100 BPM the most common. Every beat lists its tempo on its own page.

What key are these afro beats in?

43 of the 60 have a key listed. The most common are F Min, A# Min and G Min. Match the key to a vocal you have already recorded and you save yourself a re-take.

What kind of song works over a afro beat?

Artists mostly use these for hooks, club and late-night records, and they suit a melodic delivery. The dominant mood across the lane is smooth.

Can I use these afro beats for free?

You can stream every beat here for free, and use them free on BandLab forks and on YouTube videos under 1,000 views with credit. Releasing to Spotify, Apple Music or any other streaming service needs a paid license.

How much does a afro beat cost?

Licenses start at $29.95. Every tier leaves you 100% of your royalties, and you can upgrade later by paying the difference.

Do I keep the rights to my song?

Yes. You own your lyrics, your melody and your recording on every license tier. BE-TWIIN keeps the copyright on the instrumental itself unless you buy the exclusive, which transfers it to you and removes the beat from the store.