What do you listen to when you want to do focus work?

Question

I cannot work without music. But it can be distracting when you try to focus. What do you recommend?

Tim Yang · Accepted Answer

When I need to focus, I usually listen to lo-fi hip hop playlists; they have the perfect balance of rhythm and calm without being distracting. It's like having a cozy, productive bubble around me.

Gong Zijian · Answer

When I need to focus, I usually turn to instrumental music or ambient sounds, as they help me concentrate without the distraction of lyrics. It's like having a personal soundtrack that keeps the outside world at bay, allowing me to dive deep into my work.

Business Marketing with Nika · Answer

When I want to focus on work (or am in the process of learning – I need quiet). When I do some creative things – soul, R&B, pop, rock whatever :D

Toni · Answer

@busmark_w_nika any suggestions / good tunes lately for creative soundtracks ?

Tiep Vu · Answer

Open my mind for big challenges

Tiep Vu · Answer

This is what I'm listening to right now replying to you: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRwoqT6JBRA

Lisa · Answer

LoFi works for me, but I also noticed I am very productive when I listen to Kasabian for some reason 😅 Also if my current task doesn't require a lot of brainwork I would have a podcast or audiobook on

Samantha Tan · Answer

I love listening to movie soundtracks. It helps feel like my working day has a story arch and kind of romanticizes the working day. What kind of music do you usually listen to?

crazy thief322 · Answer

UTOPIA my fav

Toni · Answer

@zijian thanks , sounds great. Love the description

Toni · Answer

@tim_yang2 thanks. Lo fi hip hop really sounds like a good balance. Will try. Any favorites to recommend ?

Business Marketing with Nika · Answer

@toni_pm Ufff, I usually listen to very depressive songs :D But this one is quite okay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BM_OWaItNJM

What do you listen to when you want to do focus work?

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