474 beats · updated 2026-07

R&B beats

474 r&b beats in the BE-TWIIN catalog, running from 70 to 190 BPM, and 140 BPM the tempo they land on most. What separates this lane from the rest of the catalog is how much of it is built for emotional records — 73% of them, alongside low energy and storytelling. 291 of them have their musical key listed, most often D# Min, F Min and C Min, so you can match one to a reference or to a vocal you have already cut. Producers reach for these for hooks and late-night records, 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 Drake, Don Toliver and Gunna. Stream any of them in full before you decide.

Beats
474
Tempo
70–190 BPM
Most used
140 BPM
Licenses from
$29.95
Stands out for

emotional records · low energy · storytelling

Common keys

D# Min · F Min · C Min

Best for

hooks · late-night records · emotional records

Tempo pocket

60% between 120 and 172 BPM

Latest 48Featured first, then newest
The other 426Full catalog in this lane

Questions rappers ask about r&b beats

What tempo are these r&b beats?

They run from 70 to 190 BPM, with 60% between 120 and 172 BPM and 140 BPM the most common. Every beat lists its tempo on its own page.

What key are these r&b beats in?

291 of the 474 have a key listed. The most common are D# Min, F Min and C 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 r&b beat?

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

Can I use these r&b 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 r&b 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.