What defines the lofi sound?
Lofi usually sits around 70–90 BPM with a lazy, slightly behind-the-beat swing. Drums sound dusty and soft rather than punchy.
Common instruments are electric piano, jazzy chords, muted bass, mellow guitar and vinyl or tape noise.
Songs are often short and loop-like, built for repeat listening rather than big moments.
Lofi avoids sharp edges. Keep the energy low and the mood steady, and let small textures do the work.
Should a lofi track have vocals?
Most lofi playlists are instrumental, because the music sits behind studying or work. Instrumental mode gives you exactly that.
Lofi songs with vocals keep them quiet and close, almost like singing to yourself. Pick a soft vocal style and keep lyrics sparse.
For vocal lofi, use the simple or poetic lyric style. Short lines and a single repeated phrase fit the mood.
What should you type to get a lofi beat?
Describe a scene plus textures, for example “rainy window, warm Rhodes, vinyl crackle, soft boom-bap drums, low energy.”
Lo-fi blends well with Jazz and Ambient. Restyle a track into Ambient for an even calmer version.
Use the length setting for shorter loops. Extend the track later if you want a longer study session.