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Royalty-Free Beats

Royalty-Free Beats

Royalty-free beats are a popular choice for artists, creators, and content producers who want to use high-quality music without ongoing royalty payments. When a beat is licensed as royalty-free, you can use the instrumental for your project according to the terms of the license without paying additional royalties for every stream, performance, or use.

 

For rappers and musicians, royalty-free rap beats provide a flexible way to create and release music while keeping full creative freedom. These instrumentals are professionally produced with powerful drums, modern hip hop production, and carefully crafted melodies that allow vocals to sit clearly in the mix. This makes them ideal for recording songs, releasing music on streaming platforms, or using beats in creative projects.

 

Many artists choose royalty-free beats because they make the music creation process simpler. Instead of dealing with complex royalty structures, creators can focus on writing lyrics, recording vocals, and building their sound. Whether you are working on a rap song, a YouTube video, or another creative project, royalty-free beats provide a reliable and professional foundation for your work.

 

Browse the beatstore below to explore a collection of royalty-free rap and hip hop beats and find the instrumental that fits your next project.

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Why Royalty-Free Beats Are Popular Among Artists

Royalty-free beats have become increasingly popular because they give artists and creators a simple and flexible way to use high-quality music in their projects. Instead of paying royalties every time a song is streamed or performed, a royalty-free license allows you to use the beat according to the terms of the license without ongoing royalty payments to the producer.

 

For rappers, royalty-free rap beats offer a convenient way to record and release music while keeping the process straightforward. Once a beat is licensed, artists can focus on writing lyrics, recording vocals, and sharing their music with the world without worrying about complicated royalty structures. This makes royalty-free instrumentals especially appealing for independent artists who want to distribute their songs on streaming platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, or YouTube.

 

Another advantage of royalty-free beats is accessibility. Artists can quickly find instrumentals that match their style, whether they are looking for soulful hip hop beats, cinematic rap instrumentals, or darker and more intense production styles. This variety allows creators to experiment with different sounds and discover the musical direction that best represents their artistic identity.

 

For many artists, the right beat becomes the starting point for an entire song. The mood, tempo, and atmosphere of the instrumental can inspire lyrics, melodies, and creative ideas that shape the final track. By choosing royalty-free beats, rappers and creators gain access to professional instrumentals that help them turn their ideas into finished music.

Royalty-Free Beats – FAQ

 

What are royalty-free beats?

Royalty-free beats are instrumentals that you can use for your music or creative projects without paying ongoing royalties to the producer. After purchasing a license, you are allowed to use the beat according to the terms of the license without additional payments for streams or usage.

 

Can I release songs made with royalty-free beats?

Yes. When you purchase a license, you can release your song on platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube according to the terms of the license.

To understand how licensing works in more detail, you can read our guide here:
https://tellingbeatzz.com/beat-licensing-explained/

 

Do I have to pay royalties for using royalty-free beats?

No. Royalty-free beats allow you to use the instrumental without paying recurring royalties. However, you still need to purchase a license before using the beat commercially.

 

Are royalty-free beats suitable for professional music releases?

Yes. Royalty-free beats are professionally produced instrumentals that can be used for recording songs, releasing music on streaming platforms, and other creative projects.

 

Can beginners use royalty-free beats?

Absolutely. Royalty-free beats are a great option for both beginners and experienced artists. They make it easier to start creating music while focusing on lyrics, flow, and songwriting.

If you want to improve your rap writing skills, you can also check out our guide here:
https://tellingbeatzz.com/free-rap-songwriting-guide/

 

How do I choose the right royalty-free beat?

The best beat depends on the mood, tempo, and style of your song. Some artists prefer dark and cinematic beats, while others choose soulful or energetic instrumentals that match their flow and vocal style.

Find the Right Royalty-Free Beat for Your Next Project

Explore the beatstore above and discover royalty-free rap and hip hop instrumentals that match your style, message, and creative vision. Choose the beat that inspires you and start building your next song today.

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Mp3 Unlimited

MP3
License Terms

Unlimited License Agreement

This Unlimited License Agreement (the “Agreement”) is entered into on [Purchase Date] between Thomas Hodek, professionally known as Tellingbeatzz (“Licensor”) and [Customer Full Name] (“Licensee”).
The Licensee has purchased an MP3 Unlimited License for the instrumental titled “[Beat Title]” (“Beat”) for a license fee of [Purchase Price] under Order #[Order Number].
Upon successful payment, this Agreement becomes effective immediately and is delivered electronically together with the licensed Beat files.

1. Grant of License

The Licensor grants the Licensee a non-exclusive, worldwide, non-transferable and perpetual license to use the Beat to create and commercially exploit one or more new songs incorporating the Beat (“New Song”).
The Licensee may add vocals, lyrics, melodies, instrumentation, arrangements and other original contributions to the Beat.
The Beat itself remains the intellectual property of the Licensor and is not sold or transferred to the Licensee.

2. Unlimited Commercial Use

The Licensee may commercially release and use the New Song without limits on:
  • digital or physical distribution
  • sales
  • audio streams
  • monetized video streams
  • music videos
  • live or paid performances
  • radio and online broadcasts
  • social media content
  • albums, EPs, mixtapes and singles
There are no limits on streams, sales, downloads, views or performances generated by the New Song.

3. Master Recording and Revenue

The Licensee may create and commercially exploit a new master recording incorporating the Beat (“Master Recording”).
The Licensee retains the revenue generated directly from exploitation of the Master Recording, including streaming, digital distribution and physical sales, subject to any publishing, mechanical, performance or other composition-based royalties attributable to the Licensor’s share of the underlying composition.
The Licensor does not acquire ownership of the Licensee’s original lyrics, vocals or other independently created contributions.

4. Ownership

The Licensor retains all rights, title and interest in the original Beat, including the applicable copyright interests in the musical composition and sound recording.
This Agreement does not transfer ownership or copyright in the Beat to the Licensee.
The Licensee may protect or register their own original contributions to the New Song but may not claim sole ownership or authorship of the underlying Beat.

5. Publishing and Songwriting

For each New Song created under this Agreement, the underlying composition shall be divided as follows:
Licensee: 50%
Licensor: 50%
The Licensee agrees to properly identify the Licensor’s share when registering the New Song with a Performing Rights Organization, publisher, publishing administrator or other rights-management organization.
Licensor PRO Information:
Writer / Composer: Thomas Hodek
Producer Name: Tellingbeatzz
PRO: GEMA (Germany)
IPI / CAE: 716014087
Publishing Administrator: BeatStars Publishing Worldwide

6. Credit

Where credits are customarily provided, the Licensee agrees to credit the Producer as:
Produced by Tellingbeatzz
or
Beat by Tellingbeatzz
If additional featured-vocalist or hook credits are supplied with the Beat, those credits must also be included where reasonably applicable.

7. Content ID

Because the Beat may be licensed non-exclusively to multiple artists, the Licensee may not register the Beat or any New Song containing the Beat with YouTube Content ID or any similar automated copyright-claiming or fingerprinting system without prior written permission from the Licensor.
The Licensor reserves the right to register and administer the Beat through Content ID or similar systems.
If the Licensee receives a claim relating to a valid licensed use, proof of purchase may be submitted for review and release where appropriate.

8. Synchronization

The Licensee may synchronize the New Song with:
  • music videos
  • YouTube videos
  • social media content
  • podcasts
  • online promotional content
  • independent films and video projects
Major third-party commercial synchronization uses, including national advertising campaigns, television productions, feature films, major video games or comparable commercial projects, require prior written approval from the Licensor.

9. Prohibited Uses

The Licensee may not:
  1. resell, redistribute or sublicense the Beat in its original or substantially similar instrumental form;
  2. upload or distribute the Beat as a standalone instrumental under the Licensee’s name;
  3. include the Beat in beat packs, sample packs, loop libraries, sound libraries or production libraries;
  4. claim authorship or ownership of the original Beat;
  5. register the Beat or New Song with Content ID without permission;
  6. transfer this License to another person or entity without written consent;
  7. share the Beat files with third parties except persons directly involved in producing, recording, mixing, mastering or distributing the New Song.

10. Files Included

The files delivered depend on the license purchased:
MP3 Unlimited: MP3
WAV Unlimited: MP3 + WAV
Trackout Unlimited: MP3 + WAV + available tracked-out stems
The file format supplied does not change the commercial usage rights granted under this Agreement.

11. Non-Exclusive License

This is a non-exclusive license.
The Licensor may continue licensing or selling the same Beat to other customers.
The Licensee acknowledges that other artists may legally release different songs using the same Beat.

12. Future Exclusive Sale

If exclusive rights to the Beat are sold after this Agreement has taken effect, this License remains valid.
The Licensee may continue using, distributing and monetizing the New Song according to the terms of this Agreement.

13. Samples and Third-Party Material

Where the Beat contains third-party material requiring clearance, the Licensee is responsible for obtaining any additional clearance required for the Licensee’s intended use unless otherwise agreed in writing.
The Licensor will disclose known third-party clearance requirements where reasonably possible.

14. Term

This License is valid in perpetuity, provided the Licensee complies with this Agreement.
No renewal payment is required.

15. Breach

If the Licensee materially breaches this Agreement, the Licensor may provide written notice and, where the breach can reasonably be corrected, allow 30 days to cure the violation.
If the breach is not corrected within that period, the Licensor may terminate the License and pursue available remedies.

16. Governing Law

This Agreement is governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany, without prejudice to mandatory consumer protection laws applicable to the Licensee.

17. Entire Agreement

This Agreement, together with the applicable WooCommerce order confirmation, constitutes the complete agreement between the Licensor and Licensee regarding the licensed Beat.
If any provision is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain effective.

Wav Unlimited

WAV, MP3
License Terms

Unlimited License Agreement

This Unlimited License Agreement (the “Agreement”) is entered into on [Purchase Date] between Thomas Hodek, professionally known as Tellingbeatzz (“Licensor”) and [Customer Full Name] (“Licensee”).
The Licensee has purchased an WAV Unlimited License for the instrumental titled “[Beat Title]” (“Beat”) for a license fee of [Purchase Price] under Order #[Order Number].
Upon successful payment, this Agreement becomes effective immediately and is delivered electronically together with the licensed Beat files.

1. Grant of License

The Licensor grants the Licensee a non-exclusive, worldwide, non-transferable and perpetual license to use the Beat to create and commercially exploit one or more new songs incorporating the Beat (“New Song”).
The Licensee may add vocals, lyrics, melodies, instrumentation, arrangements and other original contributions to the Beat.
The Beat itself remains the intellectual property of the Licensor and is not sold or transferred to the Licensee.

2. Unlimited Commercial Use

The Licensee may commercially release and use the New Song without limits on:
  • digital or physical distribution
  • sales
  • audio streams
  • monetized video streams
  • music videos
  • live or paid performances
  • radio and online broadcasts
  • social media content
  • albums, EPs, mixtapes and singles
There are no limits on streams, sales, downloads, views or performances generated by the New Song.

3. Master Recording and Revenue

The Licensee may create and commercially exploit a new master recording incorporating the Beat (“Master Recording”).
The Licensee retains the revenue generated directly from exploitation of the Master Recording, including streaming, digital distribution and physical sales, subject to any publishing, mechanical, performance or other composition-based royalties attributable to the Licensor’s share of the underlying composition.
The Licensor does not acquire ownership of the Licensee’s original lyrics, vocals or other independently created contributions.

4. Ownership

The Licensor retains all rights, title and interest in the original Beat, including the applicable copyright interests in the musical composition and sound recording.
This Agreement does not transfer ownership or copyright in the Beat to the Licensee.
The Licensee may protect or register their own original contributions to the New Song but may not claim sole ownership or authorship of the underlying Beat.

5. Publishing and Songwriting

For each New Song created under this Agreement, the underlying composition shall be divided as follows:
Licensee: 50%
Licensor: 50%
The Licensee agrees to properly identify the Licensor’s share when registering the New Song with a Performing Rights Organization, publisher, publishing administrator or other rights-management organization.
Licensor PRO Information:
Writer / Composer: Thomas Hodek
Producer Name: Tellingbeatzz
PRO: GEMA (Germany)
IPI / CAE: 716014087
Publishing Administrator: BeatStars Publishing Worldwide

6. Credit

Where credits are customarily provided, the Licensee agrees to credit the Producer as:
Produced by Tellingbeatzz
or
Beat by Tellingbeatzz
If additional featured-vocalist or hook credits are supplied with the Beat, those credits must also be included where reasonably applicable.

7. Content ID

Because the Beat may be licensed non-exclusively to multiple artists, the Licensee may not register the Beat or any New Song containing the Beat with YouTube Content ID or any similar automated copyright-claiming or fingerprinting system without prior written permission from the Licensor.
The Licensor reserves the right to register and administer the Beat through Content ID or similar systems.
If the Licensee receives a claim relating to a valid licensed use, proof of purchase may be submitted for review and release where appropriate.

8. Synchronization

The Licensee may synchronize the New Song with:
  • music videos
  • YouTube videos
  • social media content
  • podcasts
  • online promotional content
  • independent films and video projects
Major third-party commercial synchronization uses, including national advertising campaigns, television productions, feature films, major video games or comparable commercial projects, require prior written approval from the Licensor.

9. Prohibited Uses

The Licensee may not:
  1. resell, redistribute or sublicense the Beat in its original or substantially similar instrumental form;
  2. upload or distribute the Beat as a standalone instrumental under the Licensee’s name;
  3. include the Beat in beat packs, sample packs, loop libraries, sound libraries or production libraries;
  4. claim authorship or ownership of the original Beat;
  5. register the Beat or New Song with Content ID without permission;
  6. transfer this License to another person or entity without written consent;
  7. share the Beat files with third parties except persons directly involved in producing, recording, mixing, mastering or distributing the New Song.

10. Files Included

The files delivered depend on the license purchased:
MP3 Unlimited: MP3
WAV Unlimited: MP3 + WAV
Trackout Unlimited: MP3 + WAV + available tracked-out stems
The file format supplied does not change the commercial usage rights granted under this Agreement.

11. Non-Exclusive License

This is a non-exclusive license.
The Licensor may continue licensing or selling the same Beat to other customers.
The Licensee acknowledges that other artists may legally release different songs using the same Beat.

12. Future Exclusive Sale

If exclusive rights to the Beat are sold after this Agreement has taken effect, this License remains valid.
The Licensee may continue using, distributing and monetizing the New Song according to the terms of this Agreement.

13. Samples and Third-Party Material

Where the Beat contains third-party material requiring clearance, the Licensee is responsible for obtaining any additional clearance required for the Licensee’s intended use unless otherwise agreed in writing.
The Licensor will disclose known third-party clearance requirements where reasonably possible.

14. Term

This License is valid in perpetuity, provided the Licensee complies with this Agreement.
No renewal payment is required.

15. Breach

If the Licensee materially breaches this Agreement, the Licensor may provide written notice and, where the breach can reasonably be corrected, allow 30 days to cure the violation.
If the breach is not corrected within that period, the Licensor may terminate the License and pursue available remedies.

16. Governing Law

This Agreement is governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany, without prejudice to mandatory consumer protection laws applicable to the Licensee.

17. Entire Agreement

This Agreement, together with the applicable WooCommerce order confirmation, constitutes the complete agreement between the Licensor and Licensee regarding the licensed Beat.
If any provision is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain effective.

Trackout Unlimited

WAV, MP3, Trackout
License Terms

Unlimited License Agreement

This Unlimited License Agreement (the “Agreement”) is entered into on [Purchase Date] between Thomas Hodek, professionally known as Tellingbeatzz (“Licensor”) and [Customer Full Name] (“Licensee”).
The Licensee has purchased an Trackout Unlimited License for the instrumental titled “[Beat Title]” (“Beat”) for a license fee of [Purchase Price] under Order #[Order Number].
Upon successful payment, this Agreement becomes effective immediately and is delivered electronically together with the licensed Beat files.

1. Grant of License

The Licensor grants the Licensee a non-exclusive, worldwide, non-transferable and perpetual license to use the Beat to create and commercially exploit one or more new songs incorporating the Beat (“New Song”).
The Licensee may add vocals, lyrics, melodies, instrumentation, arrangements and other original contributions to the Beat.
The Beat itself remains the intellectual property of the Licensor and is not sold or transferred to the Licensee.

2. Unlimited Commercial Use

The Licensee may commercially release and use the New Song without limits on:
  • digital or physical distribution
  • sales
  • audio streams
  • monetized video streams
  • music videos
  • live or paid performances
  • radio and online broadcasts
  • social media content
  • albums, EPs, mixtapes and singles
There are no limits on streams, sales, downloads, views or performances generated by the New Song.

3. Master Recording and Revenue

The Licensee may create and commercially exploit a new master recording incorporating the Beat (“Master Recording”).
The Licensee retains the revenue generated directly from exploitation of the Master Recording, including streaming, digital distribution and physical sales, subject to any publishing, mechanical, performance or other composition-based royalties attributable to the Licensor’s share of the underlying composition.
The Licensor does not acquire ownership of the Licensee’s original lyrics, vocals or other independently created contributions.

4. Ownership

The Licensor retains all rights, title and interest in the original Beat, including the applicable copyright interests in the musical composition and sound recording.
This Agreement does not transfer ownership or copyright in the Beat to the Licensee.
The Licensee may protect or register their own original contributions to the New Song but may not claim sole ownership or authorship of the underlying Beat.

5. Publishing and Songwriting

For each New Song created under this Agreement, the underlying composition shall be divided as follows:
Licensee: 50%
Licensor: 50%
The Licensee agrees to properly identify the Licensor’s share when registering the New Song with a Performing Rights Organization, publisher, publishing administrator or other rights-management organization.
Licensor PRO Information:
Writer / Composer: Thomas Hodek
Producer Name: Tellingbeatzz
PRO: GEMA (Germany)
IPI / CAE: 716014087
Publishing Administrator: BeatStars Publishing Worldwide

6. Credit

Where credits are customarily provided, the Licensee agrees to credit the Producer as:
Produced by Tellingbeatzz
or
Beat by Tellingbeatzz
If additional featured-vocalist or hook credits are supplied with the Beat, those credits must also be included where reasonably applicable.

7. Content ID

Because the Beat may be licensed non-exclusively to multiple artists, the Licensee may not register the Beat or any New Song containing the Beat with YouTube Content ID or any similar automated copyright-claiming or fingerprinting system without prior written permission from the Licensor.
The Licensor reserves the right to register and administer the Beat through Content ID or similar systems.
If the Licensee receives a claim relating to a valid licensed use, proof of purchase may be submitted for review and release where appropriate.

8. Synchronization

The Licensee may synchronize the New Song with:
  • music videos
  • YouTube videos
  • social media content
  • podcasts
  • online promotional content
  • independent films and video projects
Major third-party commercial synchronization uses, including national advertising campaigns, television productions, feature films, major video games or comparable commercial projects, require prior written approval from the Licensor.

9. Prohibited Uses

The Licensee may not:
  1. resell, redistribute or sublicense the Beat in its original or substantially similar instrumental form;
  2. upload or distribute the Beat as a standalone instrumental under the Licensee’s name;
  3. include the Beat in beat packs, sample packs, loop libraries, sound libraries or production libraries;
  4. claim authorship or ownership of the original Beat;
  5. register the Beat or New Song with Content ID without permission;
  6. transfer this License to another person or entity without written consent;
  7. share the Beat files with third parties except persons directly involved in producing, recording, mixing, mastering or distributing the New Song.

10. Files Included

The files delivered depend on the license purchased:
MP3 Unlimited: MP3
WAV Unlimited: MP3 + WAV
Trackout Unlimited: MP3 + WAV + available tracked-out stems
The file format supplied does not change the commercial usage rights granted under this Agreement.

11. Non-Exclusive License

This is a non-exclusive license.
The Licensor may continue licensing or selling the same Beat to other customers.
The Licensee acknowledges that other artists may legally release different songs using the same Beat.

12. Future Exclusive Sale

If exclusive rights to the Beat are sold after this Agreement has taken effect, this License remains valid.
The Licensee may continue using, distributing and monetizing the New Song according to the terms of this Agreement.

13. Samples and Third-Party Material

Where the Beat contains third-party material requiring clearance, the Licensee is responsible for obtaining any additional clearance required for the Licensee’s intended use unless otherwise agreed in writing.
The Licensor will disclose known third-party clearance requirements where reasonably possible.

14. Term

This License is valid in perpetuity, provided the Licensee complies with this Agreement.
No renewal payment is required.

15. Breach

If the Licensee materially breaches this Agreement, the Licensor may provide written notice and, where the breach can reasonably be corrected, allow 30 days to cure the violation.
If the breach is not corrected within that period, the Licensor may terminate the License and pursue available remedies.

16. Governing Law

This Agreement is governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany, without prejudice to mandatory consumer protection laws applicable to the Licensee.

17. Entire Agreement

This Agreement, together with the applicable WooCommerce order confirmation, constitutes the complete agreement between the Licensor and Licensee regarding the licensed Beat.
If any provision is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain effective.

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