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Afrobeats instrumentals
Preview Afrobeats instrumentals from African producers for free, then license the one you want: a lease to record and release over it, or exclusive rights so it's yours alone. Files download instantly with a licence certificate carrying a unique, verifiable number.
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Choosing an Afrobeats instrumental
- Pick the tempo and mood for the song you hear, not just the beat that sounds biggest on its own.
- If you plan to mix properly, choose a Trackout Lease or above so you get the stems.
- Expecting big streaming numbers? An Unlimited Lease removes the usage caps.
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Producers
Sell your Afrobeats instrumentals on AfroPublish, set your own licence prices and get paid on every sale. See how producers get paid.
Questions
Where can I find Afrobeats instrumentals?
AfroPublish lists Afrobeats instrumentals from African producers. Stream the previews for free, then license the beat you want online and download it instantly with a licence certificate.
What is the difference between Afrobeat and Afrobeats?
Afrobeat (no s) is the 1970s Nigerian genre pioneered by Fela Kuti, built on long jazz, funk and highlife grooves. Afrobeats (with an s) is the modern West African pop sound of artists from Nigeria and Ghana, blending dancehall, hip-hop and R&B. Most beats sold today are Afrobeats.
What BPM are Afrobeats?
Afrobeats usually sits between about 95 and 115 BPM, often around 100 to 108, with a syncopated percussion groove that drives the song.
Do I need a licence to use an Afrobeats instrumental?
Yes. To release or monetise a song on someone else's beat you need a licence from the producer. A lease lets you release the song while the producer keeps the beat; exclusive rights make it yours alone.