Music is the heartbeat of your video. It holds the power to set the entire tone of your film. It’s that magical touch that can turn an ordinary video into something truly extraordinary. Far too often, we rush this critical selection and miss out on so much.
As a filmmaker or YouTuber, you’re likely well aware of this. You’ve felt the thrill of finding that one song that perfectly complements your storytelling. Or perhaps you’ve felt the frustration of struggling to find the perfect music. It’s a journey that can sometimes take longer than expected, but the reward is absolutely worth the effort.
In today’s post, I’ll be sharing with you my favorite resource for finding music for my films, quickly and easily, as well as a few playlists of my own to share with you.
What Makes Good Background Songs for Videos?
Let’s start at the beginning. What makes a song good for video backgrounds? It’s all about setting the right mood, telling your story effectively, and connecting with your audience on an emotional level. Think of music as the secret sauce that makes your videos unforgettable.
It’s about uncovering real music that resonates with the soul of your project.
For me, the journey often starts and ends with music selection. I don’t proceed much further until I’ve unearthed that one just-right song, even if it takes a bit longer.
It isn’t just a matter of convenience; it’s the very essence of crafting the timing, mood, and emotion of a film.
The right music is the invisible thread that stitches each scene together, making it feel seamless and authentic. It’s where I find the heartbeat of my story, the rhythm that guides the audience through every twist and turn. When it all clicks, it’s pure magic, and that’s why I invest the time in this crucial step.
Where to Find the Best Music for Videos?
There are so many options to choose from and you need to think about the final destination of your video. If you are a youtube creator, you probably already know that your music needs to be copy-write free and royalty-free. Same applies for most you independent filmmakers, wedding videographers, etc.
So where can you find royalty free music that is affordable, yet still has a soul? I’ve tried a number of services over the years, but I’ll share with you what’s remained my favorite of them all.
My one go-to place to find the absolute best music for my films is musicbed.
They have been a lifeline for filmmakers and small YouTubers like me.
They are a one stop shop for high-quality, authentic music, spanning diverse genres and moods, with user-friendly licensing options. They’ve done such a great job of curating music from real artists and musicians. No more overused, cringeworthy tracks.
I’ve put together a few of my own playlists to share with you to make the browse time even shorter.
My playlists:
Best songs for wedding films (folk, cinematic, acoustic)
Best instrumental music for videos (cinematic, classical, beautiful)
Best background music for youtube videos (instrumental, eclectic, upbeat)
Happy background music for videos and vlogs (upbeat, fun)
The Best Royalty-Free Background Music
Musicbed offers one of the largest libraries of music, complete with licensing options that are tailor-made for video creators, ensuring a seamless and user-friendly experience.
If you are a Youtube content creator, you simply connect your Youtube account with your musicbed account and the download/copy-write approval process is completely seamless.
Depending on your level of use with the platform, there are different pricing options. The most affordable option is for the individual at $29/month and has more than could be desired in that collection.
There are dozens of professionally curated playlists organized by filmmakers // vibes //genres and more.
I could go on and on, but I think you get the point.
The pursuit of that perfect song is an art in itself, and the effort is nothing short of worthwhile. Thanks for joining me on this adventure, and here’s to many more stories told with the perfect soundtrack.
Leave me a comment and let me know some of your favorite music options for videos.
