What Is Chillout Music? | Introducing Popular Tracks

Lately, you hear the term “chillout” all over the place.

It’s a commonly heard word, but I think few people actually know what it means.

Music that helps you relax is called chillout music, but it’s not just about relaxing—chillout music also refers to sounds that help you “stay alert” or “feel clear-headed.”

In short, it’s kind of like a coffee break.

This time, we’ve picked out some popular chillout tracks.

We’ve selected a wide range—from relatively recent songs to timeless classics—so if you want to get a deeper understanding of chillout music, be sure to read through to the end.